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Role Description

Cribl Inc. is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a remote-first, diverse, and cross-functional team of engineers dedicated to our mission: unlocking the value of all machine data. In this role, you will guide a talented team of engineers committed to delivering high-quality software on a consistent cadence.

• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing, cross-functional engineering teams dedicated to developing large-scale machine data processing applications.
• Champion technical excellence by setting high standards for design, code quality, and system robustness.
• Take a hands-on approach when needed, providing code reviews, architecture guidance, and technical support to unblock the team.
• Drive projects from concept to completion, including idea generation, design, implementation, and testing.
• Foster a customer-centric culture, ensuring the team remains focused on delivering exceptional products that delight clients.
• Attract, hire, and nurture top talent while promoting an inclusive and diverse team environment.
• Collaborate closely with other leaders to ensure alignment across cross-functional teams and achieve company-wide goals.
• Balance immediate problem-solving with long-term strategic planning to drive sustainable innovation.
• Partner effectively with product management and operations teams to shape, prioritize, and execute the product roadmap.
• This position will require stand-by, on-call, or off-hours duties.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading distributed engineering teams with a focus on collaboration and effective delivery.
• Strong technical expertise in designing and building scalable, distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience in developing high-scale data streaming systems.
• Background in building and deploying software within a SaaS environment.
• Demonstrated ability to hire, train, and mentor high-performing engineers, supporting all stages of software development and maintenance.
• Experience leading remote teams in a dynamic, Agile environment is a significant advantage.
• Comfortable working directly with customers to troubleshoot technical issues and collaborate on feature enhancements.
• Track record of establishing and promoting strong engineering practices and processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, with 10+ years of industry experience.
• At least 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership role as a team lead or engineering manager.
• Ideal for candidates seeking to transition into a managerial role while maintaining a strong technical foundation.

Requirements

• Salary Range: $200,000 - $300,000
• The salary for this role is dependent on geographic location.
• The salary offered within the range described will be based on the individual candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• A fertility treatment benefit.
• 401(k) and equity.
• Eligibility for a discretionary company-wide bonus.

Company Description

As the data engine for IT and Security, many of the biggest names in the most demanding industries trust Cribl to solve their most pressing data needs. We’re growing rapidly - looking for collaborative, curious, and motivated team members who are passionate about putting customers first. As a remote-first company, we believe in empowering our employees to do their best work, wherever they are.