Manager, Software Engineering

Description:

We're looking for a Software Engineering Manager who can help manage a team of versatile engineers in architecting, building, maintaining, and operating this new platform. Be responsible for the tooling that powers modern authoring content experiences, collaboration and publication of end-user documentation and its consumption experience; for internal documentation and public facing products. You will be part of, and supported by an established multi-functional leadership team that spans design, product management, technical program management, and strategic partners in content localisation and AI integrations.

An ideal candidate will be collaborative by nature, with strong problem-solving and communication skills that they employ to elevate the work of those around them. You'll demonstrate authentic & empathetic leadership whilst encouraging a healthy work environment that supports team growth. Enable individual contributors to thrive, showcase your passionate about technology and skill at implementing and applying processes.

Not sure if you tick all the boxes? Don't worry! We are looking for great people with a track record of solving exciting and sophisticated problems in similar domains. Apply and join us!

What you'll be doing

• Helping to build the new, enterprise-grade Documentation Platform, defining team strategy and roadmap in partnership with Product, Design and Program management
• Supporting the growth of engineers on the team through coaching and mentoring
• Helping your team execute, removing bottlenecks and recognising opportunities as they appear

What we're looking for

• Experience leading teams of 6-8 engineers
• Knowledge of modern front-end technologies such as Next.js, React, Vercel, git, monorepo
• Experience working with API and ETL ingestion and XML to markdown conversions
• Experience with Agile development practices like scrum or Kanban
• Experience with composable architectures and headless content systems

You might also have

• Practical experience with documentation frameworks such as DocFX, Doxygen, Docusaurus, Madcap Flare, MKDocs,
• Migrating legacy systems to new platforms (content and processes)
• Launching and running large platform systems that work at scale on the web (millions of page views!)