About the job
Hello there! I’m Abhik, Co-Founder and VP of Engineering at Ashby. We are on the lookout for an exceptional individual with a strong engineering background who is passionate about building impressive teams of talented engineers. As we continue to grow and scale, we aim to expand our Engineering team thoughtfully in the coming year.
At Ashby, our product, Ashby All-in-One, stands out in the market for its power and user-friendliness, providing a superior experience compared to several venture-backed competitors. With prestigious clients such as Notion, Linear, Shopify, and Snowflake, our growth trajectory is impressive: we boast tens of millions in ARR, with over 100% year-on-year growth, minimal churn, and several years of runway.
Our unique approach to Engineering is a key component of our success. We prioritize speed and quality by challenging conventional industry practices and fostering a positive outlook on our engineers. We believe in identifying what makes exceptional engineers thrive, attracting them to our team, and cultivating an environment where they can truly excel. If the idea of engineers crafting product specifications, making impactful decisions, and taking ownership of projects excites you, you’ve found your ideal workplace.
As an Engineering Manager, you will collaborate closely with me, Colin, and fellow leaders to further develop our team and nurture our distinctive culture.
Your initial focus will be on grassroots leadership. You will oversee a team of three to five engineers and will be responsible for hiring an additional three to five. Your team will encompass various specializations, including Product Engineers, Site Reliability Engineers, and Design Engineers. Your daily responsibilities will involve:
Offering constructive feedback on product and technical specifications to guide engineers in refining scope and enhancing quality. While you won’t make final decisions, your influence and mentorship will be pivotal for individual contributors.
Empowering engineers to independently manage large, loosely defined projects and deliver outstanding results with minimal oversight.
Engaging with our systems and code to troubleshoot customer issues, implement minor bug fixes, or enhance our developer experience. Our engineering leaders are not only skilled engineers but also enjoy keeping their technical expertise sharp (while remaining off the critical path).
You will also spearhead department-wide and company-wide initiatives. Examples include:
Reevaluating our approach to pull request reviews by aligning on goals and outcomes...

