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Full-Time

Engineering Team Manager

Websites Platform

Updated on 11/2/2024

Squarespace

Squarespace

1,001-5,000 employees

Website building and hosting platform

Consumer Software
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$153.5k - $247.3kAnnually

+ Incentive Award

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence in NYC 3 days per week.

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Web Development
Software Engineering
Requirements
  • 5+ years of industry experience shipping web applications across large codebases with many contributors.
  • 2+ years of experience managing a Product engineering team of four or more engineers.
  • Ability to break down technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders through documents and presentations.
  • Strong technical foundations to navigate the inherent tradeoffs in product engineering decisions.
  • A manager who prioritizes an inclusive culture of psychological safety and technical rigor.
  • A technical manager who can lead by example, including writing and reviewing code.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and mentor a diverse team of experienced Software Engineers ICs across a spectrum of seniority.
  • Assume an active role in the career development of direct reports with regular 1:1s, direct feedback, coaching.
  • Exercise technical expertise in reviewing projects initiatives and selecting new projects to pursue.
  • Participate in system design, best practices and architecture discussions to inform our future roadmap.
  • Lead large-scale initiatives that impact millions of customers.

Squarespace provides a platform for individuals and businesses to create and manage professional websites without needing technical skills. Users can choose from a variety of website templates and utilize tools for e-commerce and marketing, all accessible through a subscription model. This means clients pay a recurring fee to use Squarespace's services, which include hosting and additional features like custom domains and email marketing. Unlike many competitors, Squarespace focuses on an all-in-one solution that caters to a diverse clientele, including small business owners and artists. The company's goal is to empower users to establish their online presence easily while maintaining a supportive work environment for its employees.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$578.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2003

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The acquisition by Permira for $6.9 billion indicates strong market confidence and potential for future growth.
  • Squarespace's commitment to employee well-being, including premium benefits and flexible work arrangements, makes it an attractive workplace.
  • The company's continuous innovation, such as new brand campaigns and premium services, enhances its market position and user engagement.

What critics are saying

  • The recent DNS hijacking incidents expose vulnerabilities in Squarespace's domain management, potentially damaging its reputation and customer trust.
  • The transition to a private company under Permira may lead to strategic shifts that could impact employee morale and job security.

What makes Squarespace unique

  • Squarespace offers an all-in-one platform that simplifies website creation and management, making it accessible to users without advanced technical skills, unlike more complex competitors.
  • The company's subscription-based SaaS model ensures a steady revenue stream, allowing continuous investment in platform improvements and customer support.
  • Squarespace's strong focus on design and user experience sets it apart in the crowded website builder market, appealing particularly to creative professionals and small businesses.

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Benefits

Health insurance with 100% premium covered for you and your dependent children

Fertility and adoption benefits

Retirement benefits with employer match

Flexible vacation & paid time off

Up to 20 weeks of paid family leave

Equity plan for all employees

$100 per month remote stipend

Education reimbursement

Employee donation match to community organizations

7 Employee Resource Groups across locations