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Software Engineering Lead - Build Systems, Compilers and Languages

Engflow · New York · Remote

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About Engflow

Faster builds and tests, shareable build and test results, Bazel improvements: created by the Bazel experts, we deliver solutions that keep engineers in flow. Backed by a16z and Alchemist.

About the role

As a Software Engineering Manager focused on build systems , compilers , and languages , you will lead core engineers and drive the development of key features for our platform. You will play a pivotal role in contributing to Bazel , gRPC , Goma , Soong , CMake , and other open-source projects, solving complex scalability and performance challenges. This role offers ample opportunities to experiment with the latest tech and build a scalable product used by some of the most exciting tech companies in the world.

What they're looking for

  • Leadership Experience: Proven experience managing and influencing technical teams. Hands-on remote team management experience is a plus
  • Optimization Passion: A deep interest in optimization , especially related to compilers , programming languages , and build systems like Bazel , CMake , Maven , Gradle , Nix , or Buck
  • DevOps & DevInfra Experience: Passion for DevOps and DevInfra , with expertise in Linux , Unix , and cloud infrastructure ( AWS , Azure , GCP , OpenShift , Oracle Cloud ). Experience with Terraform is a plus
  • Technical Proficiency: Programming experience in Java , and proficiency in other languages like C++ and Rust is a plus
  • Asynchronous Programming: Experience with asynchronous programming and scalable software architectures
  • Software at Scale: Proven experience delivering software at scale and maintaining operational excellence
More about this role

At EngFlow, we help developers save time by accelerating software builds and tests. Our cloud-based, distributed service optimizes developer workflows through remote execution and caching, improving efficiency, productivity, and product quality.

Backed by top investors, EngFlow is redefining how companies build software and ship well-tested products. Our solutions speed up builds by a factor of 10 or more, while our observability platform provides actionable insights for optimization. Founded by key contributors to Bazel, we build tools that empower engineering teams—from startups to Fortune 500 companies—to enhance developer velocity and improve build performance.

Learn more about our mission, culture, and team: EngFlow | Video

As a Software Engineering Manager focused on build systems , compilers , and languages , you will lead core engineers and drive the development of key features for our platform. You will play a pivotal role in contributing to Bazel , gRPC , Goma , Soong , CMake , and other open-source projects, solving complex scalability and performance challenges. This role offers ample opportunities to experiment with the latest tech and build a scalable product used by...

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