Engineering Manager - Database

Timescale (Headquarters: Remote)

Engineering Manager Database PostgreSQL TimescaleDB C C++ Kubernetes Docker Go Python Database Development Management

**About Timescale:** Timescale is the creator of TimescaleDB and PGVectorscale, trusted by tens of thousands of organizations for their mission-critical time-series applications. They build a modern PostgreSQL cloud platform that extends PostgreSQL to handle relational data, time-series, events, real-time analytics, and vector search in a single application database. Ideal for IoT, crypto, finance, SaaS, and more.

**About The Role:** As Engineering Manager in the Database team, you will oversee one or two teams responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining specific areas of TimescaleDB. You will drive engineering excellence, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Provide technical feedback and support our engineers in their career growth.
- Delivery: Oversee the ongoing projects and the status of upcoming releases of TimescaleDB. Collaborate with product management to define product roadmaps and priorities.
- Collaboration: Liaise with stakeholders across the organization to connect business goals with the teams’ goals.
- Growth: Participate in interviewing engineers and grow the teams you are leading.
- Communication: Represent the team within the company and in customer calls.

**Requirements:**
- 2-4 years of experience in an engineering management or senior technical leadership role.
- Working knowledge of database internals.
- Experience with C/C++.
- Demonstrable experience leading software development teams delivering database systems or similar products.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to translate technical details into strategic business outcomes.

**Tech Stack:** PostgreSQL, AWS, Go, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, C/C++.

Join a company that values a remote-first culture, offers flexible PTO, stock options, and a supportive environment for professional growth.