Senior Engineering Manager - Cloud Engineering - Remote

Overview

Qdrant is a cutting-edge vector database company on a mission to revolutionize how organizations manage and query unstructured data. Our open-source engine and managed cloud solutions power AI-driven search, recommendation, and data discovery at scale. We are a remote-first company, building a global team of engineers to push the boundaries of database infrastructure.

In Short

• Own delivery execution and predictability for one or more Cloud Engineering teams
• Support Tech Leads with prioritisation, planning, and architectural alignment
• Drive engineering operations such as planning rituals, onboarding, and execution follow-up
• Own and use engineering metrics (flow efficiency, cycle time, WIP, DORA) to guide decisions
• Reduce delivery friction by addressing dependencies, bottlenecks, and operational noise
• Support incident operations, follow-ups, and continuous improvement
• Mentor engineers and Tech Leads, fostering ownership, autonomy, and accountability
• Strengthen team culture, communication, and collaboration during a phase of growth
• Act as a bridge between Engineering, Product, Customer Support, and other stakeholders

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with 2+ years in an engineering management role
• Strong understanding of modern software delivery and cloud-native systems
• Proven experience improving delivery predictability and team execution
• Ability to work effectively with senior engineers and Tech Leads
• Experience using metrics to guide delivery and process improvements
• Strong communication skills and a pragmatic, execution-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary, equity, and benefits
• Fully remote setup with flexible working hours
• High-impact role with direct influence on delivery and team effectiveness
• Opportunity to shape engineering practices during a critical growth phase
• Close collaboration with senior technical leadership