Software Engineering Manager, Growth & Experimentation at Snowflake

Role Overview

As a Software Engineering Manager for Growth & Experimentation at Snowflake, you will be at the forefront of driving the adoption of Snowflake's cutting-edge enterprise products. Snowflake is dedicated to empowering enterprises and individuals alike, fostering a culture of impact, innovation, and collaboration. In this role, you will lead a full-stack team in building a world-class growth platform to accelerate the adoption of new and existing products.

Recent product launches like Cortex Code, Workspaces, Snowflake Intelligence, and Semantic View Autopilot, along with continuous innovation in existing products like Streamlit, Notebooks, and OpenFlow, demonstrate Snowflake's commitment to pushing technological boundaries. Your team's primary focus will be to create a horizontal platform that fuels the growth of these innovations.

Day in the Life

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Leading and mentoring a team of talented software engineers.
• Fostering a culture of transparency, high performance, and psychological safety.
• Collaborating with product managers, data analysts, and product designers to define the team's roadmap.
• Ensuring the team is aligned with customer needs and market trends.
• Driving technical excellence and innovation within the team.
• Authoring and maintaining roadmap documents, project plans, and RCAs.
• Iterating quickly on new ideas and experiments.
• Using data to drive decision-making and optimize growth strategies.

Why Menlo Park, CA?

Menlo Park is at the heart of Silicon Valley, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, innovation, and career growth. Being located in Menlo Park allows you to be close to other tech companies, industry events, and a diverse talent pool. Snowflake's presence in Menlo Park underscores its commitment to being a leader in the data cloud industry.

Career Path

This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement within Snowflake. Potential career paths include:

• Senior Engineering Manager
• Director of Engineering
• VP of Engineering
• Technical leadership roles within specific product areas

Snowflake is committed to providing its employees with the resources and support they need to grow and develop their careers.

Salary & Benefits

Snowflake offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Note: Specific salary ranges and benefits details will be provided during the interview process.

Innovation Culture

Snowflake's culture is built on innovation, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. The company encourages employees to challenge ordinary thinking and push the boundaries of what's possible. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in fostering this culture within your team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the Snowflake Careers website. Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Snowflake's mission?

   Snowflake’s mission is to enable every organization to be data-driven.

2. What are the key responsibilities of a Software Engineering Manager in Growth & Experimentation?

   Leading a team, fostering a positive culture, driving strategy, charting roadmaps, and ensuring customer needs are met.

3. What skills are essential for this role?

   Software Engineering Management, SaaS experience, Growth strategies, data analysis, and communication skills.

4. What is the ideal background for a candidate?

   Experience in leading growth at fast-moving B2C/Enterprise companies and leading experimentation teams.

5. What is the work environment like at Snowflake?

   Collaborative, innovative, and focused on impact.

6. What are some of the recent product launches at Snowflake?

   Cortex Code, Workspaces, Snowflake Intelligence, and Semantic View Autopilot.

7. What opportunities for professional development are available?

   Snowflake offers various professional development programs and opportunities for growth.

8. How does Snowflake support its employees?

   Through comprehensive benefits, a supportive culture, and opportunities for advancement.

9. What is the company's approach to diversity and inclusion?

   Snowflake is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

10. What are the next steps after applying for the position?

    Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial screening interview, followed by technical interviews and meetings with the team.