Engineering Manager - Developer Advocacy Team

Modern cloud database platform provider powering applications from cloud to edge, serving over 30% of Fortune 100 companies.
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Engineering Manager - Developer Advocacy Team

Couchbase is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead their Developer Advocacy Team in Bangalore. This role combines technical leadership with developer advocacy, focusing on creating tools, frameworks, and content that enhance the developer experience with Couchbase's modern cloud database platform. The position requires a blend of software development expertise and team leadership, with 6-8 years of experience and strong Agile methodology knowledge.

The role involves managing a team that serves as the voice of Couchbase within developer communities while driving both software development and advocacy initiatives. You'll be responsible for team coordination, sprint planning, and ensuring delivery of high-quality developer resources. The hybrid work environment requires 3 days in office, offering a balance of collaboration and flexibility.

Couchbase, trusted by over 30% of Fortune 100 companies, is transforming the database market with their cloud database platform Capella. The company has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in both the Bay Area and the UK, offering comprehensive benefits including equity programs, wellness benefits, and career growth opportunities.

The ideal candidate will bring technical depth, leadership experience, and community engagement skills to help shape the future of developer tools and advocacy at Couchbase. This is an opportunity to join a company at the forefront of modern application development, working with cutting-edge cloud and database technologies while leading a team of passionate developers.

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Responsibilities For Engineering Manager - Developer Advocacy Team

  • Assist team in writing stories and making appropriate commitments
  • Organize and facilitate daily stand-up meetings, reviews, retrospectives, sprint planning
  • Manage JIRA board and backlog for sprint execution
  • Track and communicate team velocity and sprint/release progress
  • Prevent distractions and facilitate discussion and conflict resolution

Requirements For Engineering Manager - Developer Advocacy Team

Java
Node.js
Python
Ruby
Go
PHP
MongoDB
Redis
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related discipline
  • 6-8 years of software development experience with 2+ years leading teams
  • Solid knowledge of Agile methodologies (SCRUM, Kanban, Lean Startup, Design Thinking)
  • Experience with Jira and Agile software delivery
  • Strong project management software tools knowledge
  • Programming experience in Java, .Net, Node, Python, Ruby, Golang, Rust, or PHP
  • Understanding of Test Plan, code promotion, deployment, and release processes
  • Experience with Cloud Computing
  • Ability to handle multiple projects with different stakeholders
  • Ability to work autonomously

Benefits For Engineering Manager - Developer Advocacy Team

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Generous Time Off Program
  • Wellness Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • RSU equity program
  • ESPP program
  • Retirement program
  • Business Travel Insurance
  • Career Growth opportunities
  • Ergonomic office/WFH setup
  • Food & Snacks for in-office employees

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