Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring an Engineering Manager to lead and empower a team of talented developers on a new and unannounced gaming project. In this role, you will foster a safe, collaborative, and innovative work environment where engineers can thrive and grow, acting as a trusted mentor and bridge between technical and non-technical teams.
What You'll Do
- Guide and mentor a team of engineers, listening empathetically and helping them grow through coaching, feedback, and support.
- Foster a culture of safety, creativity, and collaboration, where individuals can be themselves and do their best work.
- Build trust within the team through transparency, consistency, and support.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to align technical goals with studio-wide initiatives and creative direction.
- Help define and evolve engineering production practices that serve both technical quality and team ownership.
- Champion quality code and good engineering practices by advocating for space and time to do things right.
- Hire and onboard new team members, focusing on building diverse and complementary skills.
- Act as a communication bridge between engineering and non-technical stakeholders, promoting understanding and alignment.
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- A minimum of 7 years’ experience as a software engineer or in support of engineering teams, with at least 3 years in a management role.
- Strong background in C++, C#, and Python.
- Deep understanding of agile development practices and continuous delivery of production services.
- Proven ability to lead with empathy, authenticity, and resilience, especially in dynamic or high-stakes environments.
- Experience in supporting AAA game development or similar large-scale software projects.
- Comfortable guiding both technical solutions and team dynamics with clarity and patience.
- Eligibility to work remotely from AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, NC, NY, OR, TX, UT, WA, WI, or from the Bellevue, WA office.
Technical Stack
- C++
- C#
- Python
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive remote salary: $172,645—$267,613.50 USD annually, plus bonus potential.
- Transparent pay range and growth opportunities within the role.
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave.
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Work Mode
This role is eligible for hybrid, fully remote, or in-office work models. Remote work is available for candidates located in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, NC, NY, OR, TX, UT, WA, or WI, or from the Bellevue, WA office.
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is committed to a diverse, inclusive work culture where creativity and individuality are celebrated.
