Manager, Software Engineering (Platform)
Core
Lead a platform engineering team building foundational services for Alteryx products to enable faster business decisions and automation.
Role type
Engineering Manager (Platform)
Builds
Foundational services, APIs, and cloud infrastructure for product and engineering teams
Domain
SaaS, Cloud Platform, Distributed Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
People management, hiring, performance management, team development, strategic planning, risk management, cross-functional partnership, technical oversight, engineering hygiene
Preferred skills
Experience with SaaS, cloud platform, distributed systems, enterprise software, backend services, technical debt management
Technologies
Cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, APIs
Responsibilities
Manage team of software engineers including hiring and career development; Set team expectations and build inclusive culture; Coach engineers on execution and technical judgment; Clarify roles and decision-making mechanisms; Own delivery, quality, and operational readiness; Translate strategy into actionable plans; Manage capacity, risks, and dependencies; Provide tactical technical guidance and review designs; Partner with architects and product leaders; Represent team progress to senior leadership
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership
