Senior Engineering Manager - PostgreSQL at Snowflake

Snowflake is revolutionizing the way organizations use data. As a Senior Engineering Manager for PostgreSQL, you'll lead a team building a fully managed, cloud-native Postgres service that seamlessly integrates with Snowflake's data platform. This is a chance to shape a strategic new product and redefine the modern Postgres experience.

Role Overview

As a Senior Engineering Manager, you will provide technical leadership, drive architectural decisions, and ensure the operational readiness of Snowflake's PostgreSQL service. Your experience in building and operating large-scale systems, coupled with your PostgreSQL expertise, will be crucial in delivering a reliable, performant, and scalable service.

A Day in the Life

Here’s what a typical day might look like:

• Collaborating with your team on system design and implementation.
• Breaking down complex problems and building consensus across teams.
• Balancing long-term vision with immediate business needs.
• Analyzing performance bottlenecks and optimizing system performance.
• Mentoring and guiding your team members.
• Ensuring the service meets our commitments to customers.
• Participating in code reviews and architectural discussions.
• Planning and prioritizing the team's roadmap.
• Working with product managers to define requirements.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest PostgreSQL and cloud technologies.

Why Menlo Park, CA?

Menlo Park, California, is at the heart of Silicon Valley, offering a vibrant ecosystem of technology companies, startups, and research institutions. Being located in Menlo Park provides access to:

• A large pool of talented engineers.
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders.
• A culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Proximity to Stanford University and other top universities.
• A high quality of life with access to outdoor activities and cultural attractions.

While Menlo Park can be expensive, the career opportunities and tech culture create an unmatched environment for professional growth. Snowflake's presence in Menlo Park positions you within a hub of innovation and allows for collaborations with leading tech companies.

Career Path

This Senior Engineering Manager role offers several career advancement opportunities within Snowflake. Potential paths include:

• **Director of Engineering:** Leading multiple engineering teams and contributing to strategic direction.
• **Principal Engineer:** Focusing on technical leadership and architectural vision.
• **VP of Engineering:** Overseeing a significant portion of Snowflake's engineering organization.
• **Architect:** Focusing on the high-level design of distributed systems.

Snowflake is committed to employee growth and provides resources for continuous learning and development.

Salary & Benefits

Snowflake offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Expect a range of $160,000 to $300,000.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Professional development budget.
• Employee discounts.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

This commitment to employee well-being creates a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Innovation Culture at Snowflake

Snowflake fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. You'll be working with a team of talented engineers who are passionate about building cutting-edge technology. Snowflake encourages employees to:

• Experiment with new ideas.
• Challenge the status quo.
• Contribute to open-source projects.
• Share knowledge and expertise.
• Continuously learn and grow.

This environment allows you to make a real difference and have a significant impact on the future of data and AI.

How to Apply

Interested in joining the Snowflake team as a Senior Engineering Manager for PostgreSQL? Apply online through the Snowflake careers page. Be sure to highlight your experience in:

• Building and operating large-scale systems.
• Managing and leading high-performing engineering teams.
• PostgreSQL administration and development.
• Cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Your analytical and problem-solving skills.

We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What is Snowflake's approach to Postgres?

   Snowflake is building a fully managed, cloud-native Postgres service that delivers reliability, performance, and scale, integrated seamlessly with the Snowflake data platform.

2. What are the key responsibilities of this role?

   Technical leadership, architectural design, team management, ensuring operational readiness, and driving cross-functional alignment.

3. What skills and experience are required for this role?

   10+ years of experience in large-scale systems, 5+ years in managing engineering teams, PostgreSQL expertise, and cloud experience.

4. What are the career opportunities within Snowflake?

   Director of Engineering, Principal Engineer, VP of Engineering, and Architect.

5. What is the salary range for this position?

   The expected salary range is $160,000 to $300,000, commensurate with experience.

6. What benefits does Snowflake offer?

   Comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, employee stock purchase plan, and professional development opportunities.

7. What is the work environment like at Snowflake?

   Collaborative, innovative, and focused on impact. Employees are encouraged to experiment, learn, and grow.

8. How does Snowflake foster innovation?

   By encouraging employees to experiment, challenge the status quo, contribute to open-source, and share knowledge.

9. What is it like to work in Menlo Park?

   Menlo Park is at the heart of Silicon Valley and tech growth. The cost of living is high but the culture is unmatched in tech.

10. How do I apply for this role?

    Apply online through the Snowflake careers page, highlighting your relevant experience and skills.