As a Senior Engineering Manager at IBM, you will lead a team of engineers focused on building and enhancing Lightning Tables for Confluent. This role combines people leadership with technical delivery, requiring strong collaboration with architects and product leaders. You will be responsible for guiding projects through ambiguity and making critical decisions to ensure high-quality releases. The position emphasizes fostering a high-performance team culture and driving operational excellence.

• 15+ years of experience in software development.
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering management role.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of systems concepts, including performance characteristics and features of real-time systems.
• Ability to read and review code in languages such as Java, Go, or Kotlin.

• Drive execution on complex projects and deliver a delightful customer experience.
• Lead and mentor a high-performance engineering team, focusing on hiring and performance management.
• Create an environment that enables engineers to do their best work through clear expectations and feedback.
• Champion a culture of ownership and continuous improvement within the team.
• Collaborate closely with product management and engineering leadership to align roadmaps and solve complex challenges.

• IBM offers competitive compensation, healthcare coverage, retirement programs, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, wellness programs, flexible work options, and extensive learning and certification resources.