About The Role

*This role is remote eligible

In this role, you will not only lead the development of our Ruby on Rails and Elixir systems but also shape our e-commerce strategies, particularly in the realm of Merchandising tools. Your leadership will guide a team of engineers toward implementing innovative solutions that enhance our operational efficiency for Merchandising workflows and improve the customer experience. This position is well-suited for individuals with a strong background in e-commerce, distributed systems, and an understanding of the complexities of modern Merchandising tools in the online retail space.

What You Get To Do Every Day

• You will lead and mentor a team of talented software engineers in designing and implementing high-quality software solutions.

• Lead the engineering efforts in our e-commerce platform, focusing on scalability, user experience, and Merchandising tools.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, ML team, and Merchandising team, to develop and implement effective online Merchandising tools.

• Oversee the development and maintenance of our core systems built on Ruby on Rails and Elixir, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.

• Mentor and manage a team of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, encouraging team members to explore new technologies and practices.

• Work cross-functionally with various teams to align engineering activities with broader company objectives.

What You Bring To The Role

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years of managing high-performing engineering teams

• Proven track record in managing and scaling distributed, public cloud-native systems and services.

• Strong understanding of relational database systems (MySQL or PostgreSQL preferred).

• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a team of engineers.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Experience with e-commerce, merchandising or inventory systems

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Familiarity with NoSQL databases and their application in large-scale environments.

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field.

• A passion for sustainable fashion and technology’s role in this sector.

Compensation, Benefits, + Perks

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• 401K with Company Match

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• 9 Paid Company Holidays

• Flexible Time Off (With Manager Approval)

• Find out more about our Benefits here.

The expected salary range for this role is $194,499.00-$216,109.00. To determine starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal parity. Additionally, salary is just one component of TRR’s total rewards package. Depending on role, employees may also be eligible for a bonus program, incentive pay and benefits.

The RealReal is the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated, resale luxury goods, with 37 million members. With a rigorous authentication process overseen by experts, The RealReal provides a safe and reliable platform for consumers to buy and sell their luxury items. We have hundreds of in-house gemologists, horologists, and brand authenticators who inspect thousands of items each day. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by thousands of brands across numerous categories—including women's and men's fashion, fine jewelry and watches, art, and home—in support of the circular economy. We make selling effortless with free virtual appointments, in-home pickup, drop-off, and direct shipping. We handle all of the work for consignors, including authenticating, using AI and machine learning to determine optimal pricing, photographing and listing their items, as well as shipping and customer service.