Engineering Manager, Growth

The Engineering Manager, Growth at Cadence is responsible for leading a team of full-stack engineers focused on high-leverage growth initiatives. Key responsibilities include launching new health systems, scaling backend systems to identify eligible patients, and improving provider experiences. You will also collaborate with product teams to establish an agile roadmap, driving technical direction and engineering standards across our platform.

To qualify for the Engineering Manager, Growth role at Cadence, candidates should have a minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, including at least 2 years in a management position. A strong background in coding, especially with technologies like Go and React, as well as familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS or GCP) and databases (Postgres/MySQL) is essential.

As the Engineering Manager, Growth at Cadence, you will foster a positive work environment that emphasizes collaboration, autonomy, and continuous improvement. By mentoring engineers and leading by example, you will help cultivate a culture of innovation and high-quality standards, driving your team's success while contributing to meaningful healthcare outcomes.

The expected compensation for the Engineering Manager, Growth position at Cadence ranges from $180,000 to $250,000 in annual base salary, complemented by stock options. This competitive package reflects Cadence's commitment to attracting top talent in the healthtech industry.

Cadence offers a range of unique benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, unlimited PTO, and a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. With remote work setup assistance, paid parental leave, and a charitable donation match program, Cadence aims to improve employee well-being while making a significant impact in healthcare.

When answering how to prioritize tasks as an Engineering Manager, highlight your ability to balance immediate project needs and long-term goals. Discuss using frameworks like Agile to ensure that your team’s workload aligns with company objectives, while also ensuring that engineers have clarity on what to focus on next.

When discussing your experience with scaling backend systems, emphasize specific projects where you successfully improved performance and capacity. Outline the technologies you used, the challenges you faced, and how you collaborated with team members to implement solutions effectively.

For mentoring strategies, mention your active participation in regular one-on-ones, encouraging feedback, and fostering an environment of learning. Discuss specific examples where you helped team members grow their skills or navigate career progression.

Addressing team conflicts, explain your approach to facilitate open communication, allowing team members to express themselves. Share an example of a resolution technique you applied that helped achieve mutual understanding and strengthened the team’s cohesion.

When it comes to agile methodologies, describe your hands-on experience implementing Agile principles. Discuss particular scenarios where Agile practices improved your team's productivity, such as sprint planning or retrospective meetings.

To stay updated, share methods like attending tech conferences, participating in relevant online courses, or engaging with professional networks. Emphasize how this ongoing learning benefits your team and aligns with Cadence’s innovative culture.

When discussing code quality, explain the importance of writing maintainable and efficient code. Share your strategies for enforcing code reviews, using automated tests, and fostering a culture that values high standards among your team.

When covering your leadership style, focus on being a supportive but results-driven leader who prioritizes communication. Discuss how your approach fosters trust and motivates your team to take ownership of their work while emphasizing collaboration.

In answering project success measurement, discuss key performance indicators (KPIs) you track. Explain how you align them with organizational goals, provide transparency to your team, and analyze results post-project to learn and improve.

Highlight your methodical approach to integrating new technologies, including conducting thorough research, assessing the impact on existing systems, and ensuring all stakeholders are involved. Showcase your adaptability and how you balance innovation with reliability.