About the job
Since its inception, Fivetran has been dedicated to simplifying data access, making it as reliable and essential as electricity. Our platform ensures that customer data is seamlessly integrated into their warehouses, ready for analysis without the need for ongoing engineering or maintenance. We take pride in enabling organizations to harness our technology to become truly data-driven.
About the Role
Fivetran is at the forefront of building data pipelines that empower the modern data stack for countless companies.
We are in search of a Senior Staff Program Manager to join our Central Engineering Operations team. This key role will drive our objectives and elevate the performance of our engineering team!
The primary mission of the Senior Staff Program Manager in Engineering Operations is to uphold and enhance the highest standards of execution excellence across Fivetran’s engineering and R&D. Our engineering organization comprises various global functional groups that utilize distinct processes, systems, tools, and KPIs to collaboratively deliver superior data pipelines and foster innovation.
This role emphasizes improving engineering and R&D efficiency and effectiveness in achieving our strategic goals by refining engineering processes and spearheading major initiatives, including process optimization and efficiency enhancement projects.
Given that most of the processes pertain to the software development industry, candidates should possess extensive experience in software development, managing multiple programs, and delivering software from inception to completion. Experience working closely with cross-functional teams in design, research, product, and engineering is essential. Ideally, candidates will have a background in a technology company, with deep involvement in engineering operations, understanding the inner workings of engineering and R&D processes, and leveraging data-driven strategies to elevate them further.
We are looking for someone who brings a passion for problem-solving, a wealth of experience in the tech industry, and the ambition to help us advance, all while enjoying the journey.
This is a full-time position based in our Oakland, CA office.

