Engineering Manager, Growth

An Engineering Manager, Growth at Verkada is responsible for leading a high-performing team of engineers, overseeing project execution, collaborating across departments like marketing and sales, guiding technical direction, and engaging in hands-on coding. This role is crucial for developing innovative solutions that drive revenue growth and improve operational efficiencies.

To qualify for the Engineering Manager, Growth position at Verkada, candidates should have 2+ years of experience in engineering management, 5+ years in a software engineering role, strong project management skills, and proficiency in agile development. Startup experience is preferred, reflecting our fast-paced environment.

The Engineering Manager, Growth directly impacts Verkada's marketing by building features that enhance our MarTech platform. These enhancements allow our marketing teams to create personalized campaigns tailored to the right audience, improving engagement and eventually leading to increased revenue. Your work helps us deliver the right message at the right time.

In Verkada, an Engineering Manager, Growth may progress to senior management or executive levels based on performance and contribution. Opportunities also exist to lead larger teams, influence broader company strategies, or shift to more specialized technical roles as the company grows.

An Engineering Manager, Growth at Verkada can expect a dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. With a focus on personal and professional development, Verkada offers a supportive atmosphere where team members are empowered to experiment and solve real challenges.

Share specific examples highlighting your leadership style, how you approach team development, and ways you've successfully managed performance issues or conflicts.

Discuss your methods for evaluating projects, considering business impact, resources, and timelines, and how you align team efforts with company goals.

Talk about your experience in fostering interdepartmental relationships, effective communication techniques, and any tools that have worked well for you in coordinating efforts.

Explain your mentoring philosophy, how you assess individual strengths, and any specific instances where you've helped team members grow their skills.

Describe a significant technical challenge, your thought process in tackling it, and the ultimate outcome, highlighting your problem-solving skills.

Discuss the resources you utilize, such as publications, forums, or networking events, and how you apply new insights to enhance your team's performance.

Share your perspective on maintaining coding skills while managing a team, including how you balance hands-on work with leadership responsibilities.

Describe your familiarity with agile practices, how you've implemented them in past roles, and the impact on your team's productivity.

Explain the key performance indicators you focus on, how you analyze project outcomes, and any tools you use for tracking progress.

Reflect on qualities such as adaptability, technical acumen, or strong communication skills, providing reasons why they are essential for the role.