Engineering Manager, Postgres @Render

Overview

Render is building a modern cloud platform for developers focused on creating AI-native, full-stack applications. The Engineering Manager for Postgres will lead a team of engineers to build and maintain the Render Postgres product, ensuring high-quality, scalable systems are developed for users throughout the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of Postgres engineers through mentorship and technical guidance.
• Drive execution on key product initiatives from ideation through launch, balancing speed with reliability and quality.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Infra teams to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
• Engage in technical discussions, guiding system design decisions and navigating architectural tradeoffs.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
• Break complex problems into incremental milestones that deliver quick value while supporting long-term evolution.
• Ensure a strong understanding of the developer experience and customer impact of features built.
• Partner with product management and internal teams to align priorities and deliver impactful features.

Requirements

• 8+ years of engineering experience with a focus on products that impact business and product ecosystems.
• 2+ years of experience managing teams, including hiring and performance management.
• Strong technical background capable of engaging in system design and architecture discussions.
• Product-oriented mindset with experience in translating business goals into engineering roadmaps.
• Ability to balance urgency with quality in product execution.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong ownership and accountability for team outcomes.

Benefits

• 4 weeks of paid vacation.
• 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Long-term disability, life insurance, and 401K plans.
• 100% employer-paid medical coverage and 99% dental and vision coverage.
• Monthly lifestyle stipend and cell phone/internet subsidies.
• Commuter benefits and home office stipends for remote employees.
• Continuous learning benefits and support.

Location

Remote: United States

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by following the instructions on the company's career page.