Senior Engineering Manager, Ecosystem

As a Senior Engineering Manager at Calendly, your key responsibilities will revolve around mentoring your team, leading the development of APIs and integrations, ensuring the quality and performance of projects, and aligning team goals with the company’s strategy. You will also be actively involved in hiring new engineers and planning for future technology needs, ensuring that the team thrives and remains motivated.

To be successful as a Senior Engineering Manager at Calendly, you'll need a blend of leadership and technical skills. With over 5 years of management experience and a decade in development, familiarity with API development, a strong command of languages like Ruby on Rails, Python, or Go, and the ability to navigate service-oriented architecture are essential. Additionally, excellent communication skills and experience with Agile methodologies will benefit your performance.

In the role of Senior Engineering Manager at Calendly, you'll contribute significantly to our ecosystem by leading the charge on API development that enables first and third-party integrations. This not only enhances the capabilities of our platform but also improves the overall efficiency of scheduling for our users, making your impact crucial in shaping an interconnected user experience.

Yes, the Senior Engineering Manager position at Calendly is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the United States. This flexibility enables you to balance your professional and personal life, while still being part of an innovative and collaborative team.

Calendly prides itself on having a supportive and inclusive company culture. As a Senior Engineering Manager, you can expect an environment that encourages innovation, open communication, and teamwork, where your contributions and ideas are valued. The company is dedicated to continuous improvement and professional growth, fostering a sense of community among all employees.

As a Senior Engineering Manager at Calendly, you will have numerous opportunities for career development. You’ll be responsible for mentoring your team, which fosters leadership skills, while also being involved in strategic planning and technical decision-making, enhancing your executive experience. Additionally, working on high-impact projects allows you to demonstrate your expertise and leadership capabilities, paving the way for future opportunities within the organization.

In the Senior Engineering Manager role at Calendly, you’ll work on impactful projects that involve building and enhancing APIs and third-party integrations. Your work will directly influence how users interact with our scheduling tools and how businesses can optimize their operations. You’ll also oversee new construction initiatives and lead efforts in technical quality, performance, and flexibility.

When mentoring a development team, I focus on understanding each team member's individual strengths, weaknesses, and career aspirations. My approach involves setting clear performance expectations, providing regular feedback, and creating opportunities for skill development through pair programming, workshops, and knowledge sharing sessions. Ensuring that team members feel valued and supported fosters a high-performing environment.

Certainly! In my previous roles, I have led various API development projects, overseeing the entire lifecycle from concept to deployment. My experience includes creating RESTful APIs with strong documentation and ensuring scalability and security in integrations. I’ve also worked closely with third-party developers to ensure smooth collaboration and successful integration into their systems.

To ensure project quality and performance, I implement best practices such as code reviews, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and performing regular performance testing. I emphasize automated testing to catch potential issues early on. Additionally, fostering a culture of accountability where every team member takes ownership leads to higher quality outputs.

I believe that open and transparent communication is key to resolving conflicts within a team. I encourage team members to air their concerns and actively listen to all perspectives during discussions. By focusing on finding common ground and working towards a mutually agreeable solution, I aim to preserve team cohesiveness and ensure that we remain focused on our goals.

I have extensive experience implementing Agile methodologies in my teams, including Scrum and Kanban. I prioritize fostering collaboration through daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings, ensuring that the team remains aligned and adaptive to change. By promoting a continuous feedback loop, we can adjust our workflows and improve our delivery of results.

My approach to setting and achieving team goals involves aligning our objectives with the larger company vision while ensuring they are S.M.A.R.T. (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound). I regularly review and adjust these goals based on our progress and any changes in priorities. Celebrating small wins along the way fosters motivation and keeps the team engaged.

To ensure the technical growth of my engineering team, I promote continuous learning by encouraging attendance at conferences, participation in online courses, and organizing internal training sessions. I also allocate time for engineers to work on side projects that pique their interest, which fosters creativity and technical exploration while strengthening team capabilities.

I have substantial experience in migrating monolith applications to microservices architectures. This includes assessing the current system, identifying services that can be decoupled, and implementing a phased approach to reduce disruption. I focus on establishing clear communications and documentation throughout the process, which helps ensure that all stakeholders are aligned and the transition happens smoothly.

Promoting a culture of innovation starts with encouraging the team to share ideas without fear of criticism. I foster bi-weekly brainstorming sessions and hackathons, where team members can explore new technologies and work on creative solutions. I also actively seek feedback on current processes and encourage experimentation in a safe environment, supporting initiatives that can improve our products or workflows.

To keep my team aligned and focused during projects, I leverage visual project management tools, such as Kanban boards, to track progress transparently. Regular check-ins ensure that everyone stays informed and provides opportunities to address blockers quickly. I maintain an open-door policy, encouraging team members to communicate frequently about progress, challenges, and changes in direction.