Engineering Manager Cloud
@ Zapier

Remote
$170,000
Remote
Full Time
Posted 23 days ago

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About Zapier

We're humans who simply think computers should do more work. At Zapier, we build a platform to help millions of businesses globally scale with automation and AI. You’ll collaborate with brilliant people, use the latest tools, and benefit from the flexibility of remote work.

Role Overview

The Engineering Manager Cloud will lead Zapier’s cloud team. You will manage AWS account management, cloud architecture, networking, infrastructure-as-code, and cost governance to support our growing user base.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers and SREs.
  • Oversee AWS account management and Terraform deployments.
  • Design and optimize cloud architecture and networking.
  • Manage cost and capacity planning to optimize spend.
  • Collaborate with product teams including integration with Vercel deployments.
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices including automation, monitoring, incident response, and security compliance.

About You

You have proven experience managing engineering teams in a remote setting, a strong background in AWS and Terraform, and expertise in cloud architecture, networking, and cost management. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.

How To Apply

Zapier has a non-standard application process emphasizing inclusion. Answer in-depth questions to help us understand your skills. Education is not a requirement, but will be verified on offer. Communication is prompt throughout the process.

Key skills/competency

  • AWS
  • Terraform
  • Cloud Architecture
  • Networking
  • Cost Management
  • Automation
  • Incident Management
  • Remote Leadership
  • Scalability
  • Team Mentoring

How to Get Hired at Zapier

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Zapier's culture: Study their mission and remote work values.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight AWS, Terraform, and team leadership.
  • Prepare detailed examples: Showcase your cloud architecture successes.
  • Practice interview questions: Focus on real-world problem solving.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review AWS best practices and architectures.
Practice Terraform deployment scenarios.
Study cloud networking and VPC design.
Examine cost optimization strategies in cloud.

Behavioral Questions

Describe team conflict resolution experience.
Explain remote team management approach.
Detail decision-making in crisis situations.
Share leadership mentoring examples.

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