Engineering Manager, Research Team

At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. We realize people do not fit into neat boxes. We are looking for curious and empathetic individuals who are committed to developing themselves and learning new skills, and we are ready to help you do that. We cannot complete our mission without building a diverse and inclusive team. About the Department The Cloudflare Research team stands at the nexus of academic inquiry and real-world implementation, operating with a clear mandate: to advance the company's mission to help build a better Internet. Our current focus areas include Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Privacy, Network protocols, architecture, measurement and performance evaluation, and distributed systems. Job Description A Cloudflare Research Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in leading technical teams that are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking solutions. This position involves frequent and close collaboration with both research scientists and data scientists, fostering an environment where cutting-edge research seamlessly transitions into tangible product development. Responsibilities Lead and Develop the Team: Guide, mentor, and foster the growth of a skilled team of engineers, researchers, and data scientists. Drive Strategic Planning and Roadmap: Define and manage the team's strategic roadmap while enhancing effectiveness. Foster Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with various teams, including engineers, data scientists, and product managers, to integrate research innovations into products. Communicate Progress and Strategy: Effectively communicate team progress, challenges, and strategic direction to senior leadership, stakeholders, and the wider organization. Contribute to Hiring and Growth: Actively participate in the hiring process to expand the team, identifying and attracting top talent who can contribute to Cloudflare's mission and culture. Requirements A minimum of 6 years of experience in management or supervisory roles within a large, technology-driven organization. A strong foundation in computer science, specializing in areas such as algorithms, data structures, software design, web security, and building large-scale distributed systems. Exceptional skills in planning, cross-functional collaboration, and leading teams to consistently deliver results with predictability. A proven track record of leading teams, including expertise in hiring, onboarding, and professional development. Experience in implementing tools, processes, internal instrumentation, and methodologies, as well as resolving blockages. Demonstrated ability to recruit and hire top-tier talent. Comfortable managing teams and projects under tight deadlines and short release cycles. Experience in fostering the growth and maximizing the potential of both budding and experienced engineers and researchers. A track record of excellence in at least one of the team's key research areas. Cloudflare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and place great value in both diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their, or any other person's, perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr