Software Engineer at RISC Zero

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and guidance to the engineering team members, fostering a positive work environment that encourages collaboration and open communication. This includes leading by example, promoting a culture of continuous learning, and ensuring that team members have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles.
• Develop and implement a strategic plan for the growth and development of the engineering organization, taking into account future hiring needs, project demands, and skill gaps. This involves identifying opportunities for process optimization, technology adoption, and team scalability to meet evolving business requirements.
• Create individual development plans for engineers to grow in their technical and interpersonal skills, fostering a learning-centric environment. This includes facilitating training programs, career pathing, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team capabilities and retention.
• Advocate for a positive, inclusive, and equitable culture within the organization, ensuring everyone feels valued and their contributions matter. This requires promoting diversity and inclusion, addressing equity concerns, and creating an environment where all team members can thrive and innovate.
• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the team's success and guide their future growth. This involves establishing metrics for project delivery, code quality, team productivity, and innovation, and using data-driven insights to refine strategies and improve outcomes.
• Work hand-in-hand with Product and Growth teams to maintain one team, one roadmap philosophy. Ensure that all projects, whether feature work or technical investments, are seen as a joint responsibility, maintaining team focus on the most impactful initiatives. This includes aligning priorities with business goals, resolving interdependencies, and fostering a unified vision across departments.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience as a leader in software engineering, with a track record of building and scaling high-performing teams. Demonstrated ability to drive results through strategic decision-making and operational excellence.
• Advanced technical expertise in software development, including proficiency in programming languages, system architecture, and agile methodologies. Strong understanding of software lifecycle management and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including product managers, executives, and external partners. Ability to translate technical concepts into business value for non-technical audiences.
• Strategic thinking and planning capabilities to anticipate industry trends, identify innovation opportunities, and align engineering goals with organizational objectives. Experience in developing and executing long-term growth strategies.
• Leadership experience in fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity, and continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and develop talent at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate team performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements. Proficiency in data analysis and performance management tools to track KPIs and drive outcomes.
• Experience in managing complex projects and technical investments, with a focus on delivering value to stakeholders. Ability to balance competing priorities and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to address technical challenges, resolve conflicts, and drive innovation. Proven ability to make informed decisions under pressure and adapt to changing requirements.
• Leadership in building and maintaining strong relationships with product and growth teams to ensure cohesive execution of the company's roadmap. Experience in cross-departmental collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead and manage a diverse team of engineers, with a focus on fostering professional growth, innovation, and a collaborative work environment. Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and drive team performance.