About the job
At Hover, we empower individuals to design, enhance, and safeguard the properties they cherish. Utilizing proprietary AI developed from over a decade of extensive real property data, we provide answers to essential questions such as, “What will it look like?” and “What will it cost?” Homeowners, contractors, and insurance professionals depend on Hover for fully measured, precise, and interactive 3D models of any property—all achievable through a smartphone scan in a matter of minutes.
Our driving force at Hover is a shared curiosity, purpose, and dedication to serving our customers, communities, and one another. We believe that the most innovative ideas stem from diverse viewpoints and take pride in fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture that encourages growth, accountability, and excellence. Supported by prominent investors like Google Ventures and Menlo Ventures, and trusted by industry leaders such as Travelers, State Farm, and Nationwide—we are transforming the way people comprehend and interact with their environments.
Why We Want You at Hover
The Estimates Platform team is responsible for the core systems that dictate what Hover can scope, measure, and estimate for any structure. If a product needs to assess the work involved in a structure or its costs, it all begins here.
As the Engineering Manager, you will lead the team that develops the classification and scoping systems, integral to Hover’s estimates pipeline—working closely with 3D model data, external partners, and related products. Your role will involve converting comprehensive property data into structured, actionable estimates while ensuring these systems are accurate, reliable, and scalable.
Your Contributions Will Include
- Overseeing the technical roadmap and business strategy for the Estimates Platform, balancing quarterly deliverables with a long-term architectural vision.
- Integrating insights from Product, Data Science, Operations, and business stakeholders into a cohesive technical strategy that delivers ongoing value.
- Leading, mentoring, and nurturing a team of engineers—facilitating career development, promotions, and a high-performance culture.
- Collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Operations, 3D Modeling, and external integration partners to convert requirements into actionable plans.
- Enhancing the reliability, accuracy, and scalability of the classification and scoping systems that support estimates across Hover’s product portfolio.
- Balancing innovation with operational stability, continually enhancing system health and data quality.

