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Senior Software Engineer Manager - Ecosystems & Integration

Postman
Location
Cupertino, California, United States; San Francisco, California, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Platform Engineering
Salary
$260,000 to $300,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years of experience as a software engineer, with 5+ years in an engineering management or leadership role.
  • Experience building and launching 0 → 1 ecosystem features, platform extensibility (UI components, frameworks, APIs), developer tooling and/or products for external technical audiences.
  • Proven experience leading teams in fast-paced, agile environments.
  • Strong background in backend or frontend development (experience with React, Java a plus).
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor engineers, helping them grow and succeed.
  • Experience managing the full software development lifecycle, from design through production support.
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with API development, cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure), and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
  • Prior experience working in a SaaS or cloud-based environment.
  • A passion for building systems that prioritize scalability, performance, and operational excellence.
What the job really is

As a Senior Software Engineer Manager at Postman, you will lead and develop engineering teams focused on building scalable and high-performance features for the API ecosystem. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product vision and execution, managing the engineering roadmap, and ensuring operational excellence. You will also be responsible for mentoring engineers and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability within your teams.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive set of benefits, including full medical coverage, flexible PTO, wellness reimbursement, and a monthly lunch stipend.
  • Wellness programs to support physical and mental health.
  • Frequent team-building events and a donation-matching program.
  • Pay-on-performance philosophy and a flexible schedule.
Things to weigh
  • In-office requirement of 5 days a week for most roles, which may not suit all candidates.
  • The role involves significant leadership responsibilities, which may be challenging for those not experienced in management.
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