Platform Engineering Manager

2 weeks ago

Romania Nethermind Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year
Why This Role Matters

We are currently seeking an experienced and visionary Platform Engineering Manager to lead our Core Platform Services team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in people management and engineering leadership, with the ability to drive strategic initiatives while fostering team growth and collaboration within a technical environment.

Your commitment to developing high-performing engineering teams, managing cross-functional relationships, and building scalable organizational processes will be crucial in this role. Additionally, your alignment with Nethermind's vision of leading in blockchain technology and promoting innovation within our infrastructure organization is essential.

What You'll Do
  • Lead and manage a team of 8+ senior and mid-level engineers working on core platform services, providing mentorship, career development, and conducting regular 1-on-1 meetings to ensure team success and growth.
  • Partner with Platform Architect and technical leads to guide the strategic direction of platform solutions, ensuring team alignment and resource allocation for successful delivery.
  • Oversee security initiatives and access management strategies across teams, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to maintain organizational security standards.
  • Manage tools inventory and platform services budget allocation, making strategic decisions on technology investments and resource optimization.
  • Foster collaboration with other infrastructure teams including Blockchain Service Development/Deployment and Internal DevOps Support teams, ensuring alignment on delivery timelines and organizational goals.
  • Establish and maintain engineering best practices, team processes, and operational excellence across the core platform services organization.

Day-to-Day Activities
  • Leading team meetings and facilitating technical discussions
  • Conducting 1-on-1 meetings with direct reports and career development planning
  • Collaborating with other engineering managers on organizational strategy
  • Managing vendor relationships and budget allocation
  • Working with cross-functional teams on project coordination and delivery
  • Ensuring team processes and operational standards are maintained
  • Supporting team members with escalations and organizational needs

What We're Looking For

Must Have
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering roles with 3+ years in engineering management or team leadership
  • Strong track record of managing and developing engineering teams, including performance management, career development, and technical mentorship
  • Experience working in technical environments with understanding of infrastructure, platform engineering, or DevOps concepts
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to work across multiple teams and departments
  • Experience with budget management, resource planning, and vendor/tools evaluation
  • Strong organizational and process management capabilities
  • Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and vice versa
  • Knowledge of FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization

Nice to have:
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes platform engineering, container orchestration, and cloud-native architectures
  • Experience with security frameworks, access management systems, and implementing security best practices
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), and DevOps practices
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and observability platforms
  • Blockchain or cryptocurrency industry experience
  • Experience with on-premises infrastructure management
  • Previous experience managing DevOps Principal Architects or senior technical leads

What We Offer
  • Flexible Work Options: Remote-first culture with the opportunity to work from anywhere.
  • Global and Diverse Workforce: You'll work with people from various backgrounds and cultures.
  • Learning and Development: You'll work on innovative, challenging projects and have access to experts and mentors to enhance your skills.
  • Career Growth: Access to training, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to open-source initiatives.
  • Global Events and Conferences: Opportunities to attend the industry events.
  • Collaborative and Innovative Culture: We foster teamwork and encourage new ideas.
  • Unlimited Time Off: Enjoy the freedom to structure your working hours in a way that suits you best, with the flexibility to take unpaid time off whenever needed to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Equity participation allowing you to benefit directly from the company's success.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Nethermind, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We believe a variety of perspectives drives innovation and leads to better solutions for the blockchain community.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about blockchain and eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply for this job to start your journey with Nethermind.

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