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Platform Engineering Manager

Zocdoc
Location
USA Remote
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Technology
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of experience in Platform, Infrastructure, or Software Engineering
  • 2+ years of leadership experience guiding technical teams
  • Hands-on expertise in building and scaling developer platforms and CI/CD ecosystems
  • Strong technical foundation in distributed systems and cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred)
  • Ability to guide architecture and system design with a high bar for quality and reliability
  • Experience in coaching and developing engineers
What the job really is

As a Platform Engineering Manager at Zocdoc, you will lead teams focused on building and maintaining developer-facing platforms and tooling that enhance the engineering organization. Your role involves overseeing the delivery and performance of these teams, ensuring high-quality work, and driving improvements in developer experience. You will also engage in hands-on technical leadership, code reviews, and collaboration with cross-functional partners to align on platform strategy.

Benefits
  • Flexible work environment
  • Unlimited Vacation (if salaried) / Competitive PTO (if hourly)
  • 100% paid employee health benefit options (including medical, dental, and vision)
  • 401(k) with employer funded match
  • Corporate wellness program with Wellhub
  • Sabbatical leave (for employees with 5+ years of service)
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of technology stack beyond AWS and modern development tools
  • Role involves navigating organizational ambiguity, which may require adaptability
  • High-impact role with significant responsibilities, may lead to stress if not managed well
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