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Engineering Manager at WorkOS | San Francisco

WorkOSSan Francisco
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who possess:A strong technical background with hands-on experience in software engineeringProven leadership skills and the ability to foster a collaborative team environmentExperience in managing product development cycles and Agile methodologiesAn entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building innovative solutionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills

About the job

About WorkOS

At WorkOS, we empower organizations with cutting-edge developer tools and APIs that facilitate their journey to becoming Enterprise Ready. Our robust platform supports vital functions such as authentication, identity, and authorization, enabling developers to securely scale their applications for large enterprises.

Following a successful $100M Series C funding round, we have reached a valuation of $2B, led by notable investors including Meritech and Sapphire, alongside contributions from Greenoaks, Craft, Abstract, and Audacious. Our services cater to numerous rapidly growing AI firms, such as OpenAI, Cursor, Perplexity, Vercel, and Plaid.

As AI technology transforms the software landscape, WorkOS stands at the forefront of Human and Agent Authentication, Identity, and Access Control, assisting companies in addressing the crucial question: Who are your agents, and what permissions do they hold? Our expanding clientele encompasses hundreds of innovative software companies crafting the next wave of enterprise-ready solutions.

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Engineering Manager to oversee a dynamic team of product engineers at WorkOS. This position is perfect for a leader who is passionate about engineering management and approaches the role with the mindset of a founding member of a startup. You will be instrumental in shaping product strategies, driving technical initiatives, and empowering your team to execute high-impact projects. Furthermore, you will play a critical role in scaling the team and attracting top-tier engineering talent. Your enthusiasm for software development will be matched only by your desire to create the finest developer platform available.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and build high-performing teams that deliver polished products swiftly

  • Engage deeply with technical aspects: review pull requests, create prototypes, and dive into the details

  • Transform raw ideas into functional systems, even if initial implementations require unconventional methods

  • Inspire your team to navigate through uncertainty, challenges, and demanding customer requests—overcome obstacles when necessary

  • Foster clarity, focus, and high energy throughout every sprint, maintaining urgency without causing burnout

  • Align the team on the product roadmap and develop expertise in customer needs relevant to your team’s focus areas

  • Engage with both customers and engineers—exploring challenges, validating assumptions, and enhancing skills

  • Mentor and cultivate a team of inquisitive, resourceful, and driven engineers who are eager to advance their careers

About WorkOS

WorkOS is a leader in providing developer tools and APIs designed to help companies seamlessly transition to an Enterprise Ready status. Our innovative solutions are essential for authentication, identity management, and access control, which are critical for scaling applications securely in enterprise environments.

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