Lead and develop a team of engineers, driving engagement, retention, and performance Provide regular feedback, coaching, and career development support Proactively address performance concerns and foster a growth mindset culture Ensure delivery predictability, technical quality, and reliable execution of business goals Create an environment where the team thrives through clear communication, strong processes, and positive culture Remove blockers, prioritize effectively, and align team focus with the highest-impact work Partner with tech leads and cross-functional stakeholders to drive planning, solution design, and collaboration Act as a hiring manager: recruit, interview, make offers, and build high-performing teams Anticipate future hiring needs, and design onboarding experiences that set new hires up for success Contribute to department-wide initiatives, sharing feedback on processes, tools, and best practices Identify and manage dependencies between teams, championing alignment and collaboration