The Nomic Foundation is a non-profit advancing the Ethereum ecosystem. We build open-source runtimes, compilers, build systems, and deployment solutions that are used by tens of thousands of developers. We emphasize robust engineering and lean processes, allowing for quick decision-making and distraction-free software development. You have the opportunity to shape the future of the Ethereum ecosystem through deep technical work on critical developer infrastructure, where your specific contributions will have a tangible impact.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Engineering Manager, Developer Tools
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Team
- The Hardhat team builds our established and market-leading products. These are user-facing infrastructure that developers use to write, test, compile, and deploy their Solidity contracts for Ethereum.
- Our users depend on our products for their end-to-end experience of building software.
- We deliver these features at scale, with users ranging from beginners learning the ropes to teams managing production systems with billions in user on-chain capital at stake.
- We aim to provide the Ethereum ecosystem with a professional developer tool that they can rely on to rigorously build, test, and maintain Ethereum software.
- This is a fully-remote role, and we’re open to candidates applying within UTC+2 to UTC-4 timezones.
What You’ll Do
Build a High-Performing Team:
- Motivate and guide engineers to achieve their full potential, fostering a culture of learning and development.
- Implement and improve processes like performance reviews, career development plans, and efficient hiring practices.
- Establish a clear team structure with roles and ownership well-defined.
Drive Successful Product Delivery:
- Take ownership of projects, ensuring on-time delivery with the desired features and quality.
- Work with the team to define MVPs, set milestones, and assess project feasibility.
- Manage project scope by prioritizing tasks, identifying dependencies, and mitigating risks.
- Collaborate with product managers to translate user needs and market trends into a technical roadmap.
Communication & Alignment:
- Increase transparency within the team by sharing information on other Nomic projects and initiatives.
- Champion the team’s achievements and deliverables to other departments.
- Proactively communicate with leadership and stakeholders to address concerns, clarify direction, and ensure alignment across teams.
- Articulate a clear vision for the team’s mission, challenges, and milestones, connecting their work to Nomic’s broader goals.
High-Level Technical Leadership:
- Actively participate in technical discussions, providing high-level guidance and expertise during code reviews and design decisions.
- Act as a mentor and sounding board for technical decisions, ensuring alignment with project goals while empowering individual ownership.
Who we’re looking for
- We are searching for an experienced technical leader with a coaching mindset to empower our growing engineering team (4 engineers).
- Given the highly technical nature of the project, a strong technical background balanced with a thoughtful and experienced approach to people management is essential to provide support for this team.
- We expect the Engineering Manager to provide technical guidance on architectural & design decisions, strategic direction, and occasional code reviews.
- You’ll foster individual growth through thoughtful guidance and mentorship, creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
- 3+ years of experience in managing & growing teams, establishing a team structure, and ensuring team wellbeing, ideally in a remote and async setting.
- 6+ years of experience leading projects.
- Proven track record of technical leadership, managing projects and multi-year roadmaps.
- Ability to direct without micromanaging or forcing decisions.
- Experience implementing or refining processes around performance reviews, career development, and hiring.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to design and implement scalable, maintainable software architectures.
- Strong expertise in conducting code reviews, identifying potential technical issues or risks, and suggesting improvements.
Nice to have:
- Prior experience building compilers or leading compiler projects.
- Experience with open source and/or Rust projects.
Compensation and Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Budget for IT equipment
- Annual Learning & Development Budget
- Vesting ETH grant as part of total compensation
- Statutory benefits specific to your location (depending on the employment contract).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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