Engineering Manager

Published on March 03, 2024

Here at Workato, we are a team moved by innovation — a passion to create the best possible way and the drive to continue to make it better. We also believe in the power of our team, knowing that we only succeed if we all succeed together. Our team uses seven operating principles to help us make better decisions, work as a team, and have fun.

About Workato
Workato is the only integration and automation platform that is as simple as it is powerful — and because it’s built to power the largest enterprises, it is quite powerful. 
Simultaneously, it’s a low-code/no-code platform. This empowers any user (dev/non-dev) to painlessly automate workflows across any apps and databases.
We’re proud to be named a leader by both Forrester and Gartner and trusted by 7,000+ of the world's top brands such as Box, Grab, Slack, and more. But what is most exciting is that this is only the beginning. 
Why join us?
Ultimately, Workato believes in fostering a flexible, trust-oriented culture that empowers everyone to take full ownership of their roles. We are driven by innovation and looking for team players who want to actively build our company. 
But, we also believe in balancing productivity with self-care. That’s why we offer all of our employees a vibrant and dynamic work environment along with a multitude of benefits they can enjoy inside and outside of their work lives. 
If this sounds right up your alley, please submit an application. We look forward to getting to know you!
Also, feel free to check out why:
  • Business Insider named us an “enterprise startup to bet your career on”
  • Forbes’ Cloud 100 recognized us as one of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world
  • Deloitte Tech Fast 500 ranked us as the 17th fastest growing tech company in the Bay Area, and 96th in North America
  • Quartz ranked us the #1 best company for remote workers
Responsibilities
We are looking for an exceptional Engineering Manager to join our growing team. As an Engineering Manager at Workato, you will play a critical role in driving the success of our engineering team. You will be responsible for leading a group of software engineers, providing technical guidance, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive experience in software development using Ruby or Java, and a passion for building and scaling robust software systems. You will also be responsible to:
  • Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle.
  • Write well-designed, testable, efficient code.
  • Evaluate and propose improvements to the existing system.
  • Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and presenting these for architectural review.
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of software engineers to achieve their full potential.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team, ensuring best practices and coding standards are followed.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, design, and quality assurance to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  • Participate in the recruitment and hiring process to build a high-performing engineering team.
  • Manage timelines and priorities, ensuring timely delivery of software releases.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, and incorporate them into the development process as appropriate.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation within the engineering team.
Requirements
  • BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Excellent debugging, analytical, problem solving, and social skills.
  • Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming and design.
  • 10+ years of experience in software development with expertise in either Ruby or Java.
  • Previous experience in managing a team.
  • Strong understanding of software development methodologies, tools, and best practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Passion for technology and a desire to stay updated on the latest industry trends and advancements.