by Ronald Barron | Oct 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
About the Role
Title: Fullstack Engineering Manager, Analytics Instrumentation
Location: Remote
Job Description:
GitLab is an open core software company that develops the most comprehensive AI-powered DevSecOps Platform, used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our mission is to enable everyone to contribute to and co-create the software that powers our world. When everyone can contribute, consumers become contributors, significantly accelerating the rate of human progress. This mission is integral to our culture, influencing how we hire, build products, and lead our industry. We make this possible at GitLab by running our operations on our product and staying aligned with our values. Learn more about Life at GitLab.
An overview of this role
As an Engineering Manager at GitLab, you see your team as your most valuable product. Your primary focus is on the people you lead—guiding them, nurturing their growth, and ensuring they have everything they need to succeed. While you’re technically credible and understand the details of the work being done, your role is about empowering a world-class engineering team, fostering their health, and driving delivery on product commitments.
In this role, you will lead the Analytics Instrumentation team, which is responsible for building tools that allow GitLab and its customers to track and measure user engagement within our platform. The insights gained from this work are invaluable, helping shape GitLab’s product roadmap and ensuring we continually improve user experiences.
Challenges in this role include growing top-tier talent, improving productivity, and working cross-functionally to achieve collaborative goals. You’ll work closely with key leaders, data scientists, product managers, analytics and software engineers while maintaining a laser focus on delivering quality work on time. Your leadership impacts key decisions across departments based on the analytics and insights your team generates.
As a remote-first company, GitLab offers flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere while staying connected to a global community of talented professionals. Transparency is one of our core values, so you can see exactly what we’re working on and stay updated by visiting our team page.
In this role, you’ll make a lasting impact—not only by leading a high-performing team but also by driving the evolution of GitLab through data-driven insights.
Some examples of our projects:
- Internal Analytics
- Version App
- Metrics Dictionary
- Snowplow Pseudonymization
- Iglu Schema repository for GitLab
What You’ll Do
- Manage a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture to drive high performance.
- Collaborate with the product manager and key leaders across the company to create a shared roadmap and drive adoption of product usage data, creating significant impact through data-driven decision making by providing reliable metrics.
- Provide long-term strategic direction of GitLab’s in-product event instrumentation system for internal and external customers
- Foster technical decision making on the team, but make final decisions when necessary
- Draft quarterly OKRs and Engineering KPIs
- Improve product quality, security, and performance
- Author project plans for epics
- Run agile project management processes
- Provide guidance and coaching to team members on technical contributions, product architecture, and other areas.
- Maintain empathy for the team by keeping awareness of engineering processes and practices. Examples might be: evaluating individual workflow during one on ones, conducting code reviews, or working on non-critical path bugs and/or features.
- Actively seek and hire globally-distributed talent
- Conduct managerial interviews for candidates, and train the team to do technical interviews
- Contribute to the sense of psychological safety on your team
- Generate and implement process improvements
- Hold regular 1:1s with all members of their team
- Give regular and clear feedback around the individual’s performance
- May have more than one specialty on their team, per our shared manager team concept
- Participate in the Incident Management on-call rotation to help ensure the availability goals for GitLab.com are met, by working with reliability engineers and development team members.
What You’ll Bring
- Exquisite communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders across departments, regularly achieving consensus.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights help evaluate options, and make informed technical recommendations in alignment with bigger-picture goals.
- Demonstrated progressive experience in a leadership role with up-to-date technical experience
- Demonstrated ability to process a high volume of work with high complexity with nonstandard solutions
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering high-quality results
- In-depth technical experience with SQL, and one of Python, Ruby, or Go, enabling effective oversight of data pipeline development and processes.
- Experience with product analytics solutions such as Snowplow, Segment, Mixpanel, Pendo, or similar solutions.
- Working knowledge of OLAP systems such as ClickHouse, Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift or similar
- Familiarity with data platforms and distributed systems
- Demonstrated ability to work across multiple time zones and cultures.
- Ability to use GitLab
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- You share our values, and work in accordance with those values
It’s a Plus if You Have
- Experience working in a peak-performance organization
- Working knowledge architecting and realizing infrastructure to support data platforms
- Working knowledge of data transformation tools such as dbt
- Working knowledge of cloud infrastructure technologies such as Lambda, S3, Kubernetes, etc.
- Working knowledge of modern frontend frameworks such as React or Vue.js
- Product company experience
- Startup experience
- Enterprise software company experience
- A computer science education or equivalent experience
- Are passionate about open source and developer tools
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by Ronald Barron | Oct 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
About the Role
Spanish Language Arts Curriculum Designer
Remote
IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an experienced, passionate educator to join our team as a Spanish Language Arts Curriculum Designer and help create exceptional K-5 Spanish language arts content to support native Spanish speakers as well as dual-language immersion students.
As a Spanish Language Arts Curriculum Designer at IXL, you will design engaging and interactive online questions and collaborate with software engineers, visual designers, and a team of writers and editors to bring your designs to life. Your educational insight, creative solutions, strong writing skills, and commitment to quality will make personalized learning a reality for millions of students. #LI-FA1
This is a full-time remote position for candidates living in the United States. #LI-REMOTE
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Design and write clear, engaging, and interactive questions to teach Spanish phonics, grammar, reading comprehension, writing strategies, and vocabulary to elementary students
- Edit user-facing content and collaborate with a team of writers, editors, and illustrators to ensure content is fun, accurate, and age-appropriate
- Manage projects and collaborate with software engineers, visual designers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality Spanish language arts content
- Research and review IXL’s alignment to educational standards, common assessments, and popular textbooks or lesson plans
- Stay current on related scholarly and business trends
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Spanish, Linguistics, Education, or a related field
- Experience teaching in a K-12 dual-language or bilingual program
- Fluency in Spanish, including outstanding written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely at an age-appropriate reading level
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to think strategically and creatively solve problems
- Can-do attitude with an openness to others’ ideas and a strong attention to detail
- Ability to quickly learn new guidelines and software; familiarity with HTML, Jira, or Git is a plus
- Experience in curriculum development and instructional design is a plus
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION
- Your resume
- A cover letter under 600 words that addresses the following questions: What are some challenges in designing and developing Spanish Language Arts content online? How might your background and skill set help you address those challenges?
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by Ronald Barron | Oct 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
About the Role
Senior Systems Engineer – Directory Services
United States Category Other Job Id JR0031414
Job Title:
Senior Systems Engineer – Directory Services
Role Overview:
Do you want to be an integral part of modernizing and securing McAfee’s Active Directory and Domain Infrastructure? Do you excel at developing long-term plans and understand how to implement those plans? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge and mentoring others? The Senior Systems Engineer, Directory Services position might be what you’ve been looking for!
As a Senior Systems Engineer with the Directory Services team, you will be an integral part of modernizing Active Directory and Domain infrastructure through cloud migrations, domain consolidation, and implementation of cutting-edge technology and practices. You’ll own the administration of Hybrid Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Cloud environments. Your goals are to administer and secure Active Directory environments, migrate and simplify Active Directory infrastructure, and modernize work intake processes to reduce ticket overhead. Our environment and your supportive Manager make it possible to maintain a healthy work/life balance while accomplishing these goals.
This is a remote position based in the US. We will only consider candidates in the US and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.
About the Role:
- Part of a team of Engineers responsible for Active Directory Domains, Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy, Cloud-based infrastructure, Entra Connect, and internal Microsoft DNS
- Administration of AWS infrastructure including EC2 instances, EBS volumes, Load Balancers, Backups, and Cost Optimization
- Identification of recurring tasks and implementation of automated process resolution
- Vulnerability and Patch Management of Cloud-based infrastructure
- Implementation of industry-standard best practices such as CIS Benchmarks & NIST Standards
- Planning, prioritization, and implementation of Directory Services roadmap
- Collaboration with Engineering teams to support business applications and initiatives
- Documentation of existing and new processes
- Mentor other team members
- Pull together disparate processes and systems as part of the modernization of the current environment
- Influence design of the new infrastructure: bring ideas to the team and see them through to fruition
About You:
- 5+ years experience working with Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy, AWS, Entra Connect, and Microsoft DNS
- Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy administration and maintenance, including domain consolidation and cleanup
- Knowledge of cloud automation and orchestration tools such as Terraform
- Working knowledge of ITSM tools such as Jira
- Automation and scripting (PowerShell) prowess
- Ability to work independently (no micromanagement!) with a solid sense of ownership
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Understand the impact of changes and upgrades you make
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by Ronald Barron | Oct 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
About the Role
Sr Product Manager, GenAI
United States
Category Engineering
Job Id JR0031332
_Role Overview:_
McAfee is looking for a seasoned Senior Product Manager to lead the development of innovative, consumer-facing products in the Generative AI (GenAI) scam security space. This is a high-impact role that demands an entrepreneurial mindset, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of the B2C market. As a Senior Product Manager, you will spearhead the development of solutions that empower consumers to protect themselves against emerging digital threats. You will be at the forefront of building AI-driven tools to detect and prevent scams across digital channels, making a meaningful difference in consumers’ lives.
This is based in United States as a remote position. We will only consider candidates currently in The United States and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.
About the role:
+ Product Strategy & Vision: Define and drive the product strategy and vision for GenAI-based scam detection solutions targeting the consumer segment. Identify market opportunities and competitive threats to create a roadmap that delivers innovative security solutions.
+ Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and collaborate with engineering, design, data science, marketing, and other teams in a complex cross-functional environment. Ensure alignment and clear communication of goals, priorities, and timelines across all stakeholders.
+ Ambiguity Management: Thrive in and bring structure to ambiguous environments. Use your problem-solving skills and creativity to make informed decisions and define requirements with limited information.
+ Execution & Delivery: Oversee product development, from ideation to launch, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet the highest quality standards. Continuously iterate on products based on user feedback, market trends, and data insights.
+ Stakeholder Management: Present strategies, product updates, and performance insights to senior leadership. Demonstrate the confidence and analytical rigor to advocate for product decisions and pivot when necessary.
+ User-Centric Mindset: Develop a deep understanding of user needs, behaviors, and pain points. Incorporate consumer feedback and usability studies to prioritize features and improve the overall user experience.
+ Market Analysis: Stay ahead of the curve by conducting ongoing research on the cybersecurity and scam prevention landscape, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies. Use this knowledge to identify new opportunities and maintain a competitive edge.
About you:
+ 10+ years of product management experience, preferably in the consumer tech or cybersecurity space. Proven track record of building successful B2C products from concept to launch
+ Understanding of AI/ML technologies like Large Language Models (LLM), Multimodal Generative AI models, Natural Language Inference (NLI), Multiclass classification.
+ Experience with GenAI applications preferred
+ Strong mindset of multi-platform product development with a user-first mindset
+ Experience in consumer security products or a related industry is highly desirable.
+ Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on product analytics, user insights, and business metrics to inform decisions and strategy.
+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to clearly articulate complex ideas and strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences.
+ Self-motivated, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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by Ronald Barron | Oct 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
About the Role
Senior Technology Leadership Professional
Location:Nationwide
Location Type:Remote
Schedule:Full_time
Req:R-354939
Job Description:
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
The Senior Technology Leadership Professional is responsible for all aspects of software or hardware product delivery and performance. The Senior Technology Leadership Professional work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Join our highly motivated team to share in the passionate vision of creating human ways to healthcare. We are looking for a well-rounded individual that has experience with many different application engineering technologies. Someone who likes the challenge of learning new applications and technologies. Someone who will work directly with key stakeholders to define problems and determine solution requirements. This person will work on a highly collaborative SRE team, working together with development partners to design and support application solutions for Humana. If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to apply.
The Senior Technology Leadership Professional works with the design engineering and test team to drive products from design completion to volume production release. Performs various engineering tests to verify and validate product designs. Supports product evaluation and qualification on leading edge technology components. Ensures that production schedules are followed and product(s) meet specifications and quality requirements. Interacts with product engineering, quality, manufacturing and marketing teams to analyze and provide technical support to help resolve customers’ product related problems/issues. Begins to influence department’s strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- 2 or more years of technical experience
- 2 or more years of project leadership experience
- Experience with the technologies in use in the application(s) or infrastructure
- JCL, TSO/ISPF, COBOL, DB2, and related mainframe software products
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across varying levels of personnel
- Experience with unit testing and mocking
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
- Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
- Understanding of DevOps and/ or DEVSecOps
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or other Advanced Degree
- Demonstrated ability to run large scale projects, with responsibility for multiple project teams
- Knowledge of Splunk, Dynatrace or other monitoring / logging tools
- Experience with Application Software Development
- Full understanding of Software Development Life Cycle
- Knowledge of Site Reliability Engineering Production Support
- Experience with technology solutions assessments and/or strategy planning oversight
- Possess a solid understanding of operations, technology, communications and processes
- PMP certification
- ITIL certification
- Cloud certifications (Azure, GCP, AWS, etc.)
Accountabilities
- Production support of multiple applications and data stores
- Project leadership, tracking, and outcomes
- Participate in architectural, design, and requirements discussions with others on projects
- Track tasks on ADO boards/backlogs
- Assist with application support and escalation requests
- Trend & track problems/issues/resolutions
- Major Outages
- Assist with major outages
- Work with others
- Interact with peers in the department, peers in other departments, leaders (managers/ADs/directors/AVPs/VPs) across the company
- Providing IT architecture recommendations/guidance, troubleshooting information, etc.
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