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Full-Time

Build Platform Engineering Manager II

Posted on 9/7/2024

Cruise

Cruise

1,001-5,000 employees

Self-driving electric vehicle ride-hailing service

Data & Analytics
Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Social Impact
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$171.4k - $252kAnnually

+ Bonus + Long-term Incentives

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Platform Engineering
Engineering Management
Required Skills
Python
Requirements
  • 8+ years of technical experience, with work / leadership of large-scale build systems preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience managing and leading medium (e.g., 5 - 10) sized team(s).
  • Experience with / knowledge of developer tooling, build systems, C++, Python, etc.
  • Experience with / knowledge of compiler toolchain integrations (clang, gcc, nvcc, etc.).
  • Experience leading teams with broad, company-wide impact.
  • Attention to detail, and a desire to improve processes & systems around you.
  • Deep understanding of the business and operational impact for different technology tradeoffs.
  • Passion for developing and growing individual contributors.
  • Passion for leading with empathy, and developing a healthy team culture of balance and inclusion.
  • Passion for self-driving technology and its potential impact on the world.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the team responsible for improvements to our C++ / Python development ecosystem and workflows, which have a measurable and direct impact on engineering productivity.
  • Collaborate with engineers across the company to understand and support their development workflows.
  • Own technical projects from start to finish and be responsible for major technical decisions and tradeoffs.
  • Drive complex projects that span teams, with many partners and customers.
  • Effectively drive planning, code reviews, and design discussions.
  • Contribute impactful projects to the team’s roadmap, and work to load balance across the team with respect to motivations and career needs.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment where impact is a result of your efforts and where your contribution is highly visible.
  • Drive software engineering best practices both within our team and across engineering.
  • Mentor and drive career conversations for engineers on the team.
  • Conduct technical interviews with well-calibrated standards and play a crucial role in recruiting activities.
  • Be a positive contributor to our team culture.

Cruise focuses on providing an all-electric, self-driving car service specifically designed for urban areas. Its vehicles use advanced technology to navigate city streets autonomously, continuously learning from their experiences to improve safety and efficiency. Unlike traditional ride-hailing services, Cruise operates a fleet of fully autonomous vehicles, eliminating the need for human drivers, which helps lower operational costs and offers a unique experience for users. The company collaborates with local organizations to tailor its services to the needs of the communities it serves. Cruise aims to transform urban transportation by offering a safer, more efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative, powered entirely by renewable energy.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$13.7B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-15%

1 year growth

-25%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of experienced executives like Marc Whitten and Steve Kenner could bring strong leadership and safety improvements to Cruise.
  • General Motors' significant investment in Cruise underscores confidence in the company's potential and provides financial stability.
  • Cruise's innovative approach to urban transportation could lead to widespread adoption and a significant reduction in city traffic congestion and pollution.

What critics are saying

  • Safety concerns and incidents involving Cruise's autonomous vehicles could damage the company's reputation and hinder regulatory approvals.
  • Layoffs and executive turnover may lead to operational disruptions and affect employee morale.

What makes Cruise unique

  • Cruise's focus on all-electric, fully autonomous vehicles sets it apart from traditional ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft, which still rely on human drivers.
  • The company's commitment to using 100% renewable energy for its fleet appeals to environmentally conscious consumers, distinguishing it from competitors.
  • Cruise's continuous learning technology enhances the safety and efficiency of its autonomous vehicles, providing a competitive edge in the self-driving car market.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Fertility & family expansion benefits

401k matching program

Monthly social events

Community volunteering programs

Healthy meals & snacks for onsite employees

Quarterly offsites & working retreats

Monthly wellness stipend

Mental health support

Professional development programs

On-site gym in SF HQ

Commuter benefits for onsite employees

Medical, dental & vision coverage

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