Senior Engineering Manager, Docs

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Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
250K-290K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Digital Media • Enterprise Web • Marketing Tech • Software
One app to replace them all. All your work in one place: Tasks, docs, chat, goals, & more.
The Role
Lead and manage the Docs team, providing technical leadership, driving product development, ensuring operational excellence, and mentoring engineers.
Summary Generated by Built In

ClickUp is the world’s only all-in-one productivity platform that flexes to the way people want to work. It replaces all individual workplace productivity tools with a single, unified platform that includes project management, document collaboration, whiteboards, spreadsheets, and AI. With our headquarters based in San Diego and a rapidly expanding global presence, we are shaping the future of work. Join our team at ClickUp, one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies worldwide, and help millions of users be more productive - saving them at least one day every week. 🦄

About ClickUp Docs

ClickUp Docs is a cutting-edge collaborative document editor that empowers teams to create, share, and collaborate seamlessly. Built on a robust tech stack, including Angular, Node.js, PostgreSQL on AWS, and leveraging advanced tools like Quill, Yjs, and Hocuspocus, Docs is a core component of ClickUp's mission to make the world more productive.

 

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly technical and experienced Senior Manager to lead our Docs team. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a deep understanding of collaborative document editing technologies, and is passionate about building scalable, high-performance software. As the Senior Manager, you will oversee the development and delivery of innovative features, ensure technical excellence, and mentor a team of talented engineers.


The Role:

  • Technical Leadership: Provide hands-on technical guidance to the team, ensuring best practices in software development, architecture, and design.
  • Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Product Development: Drive the development of new features and enhancements for ClickUp Docs, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineering teams to align on goals, prioritize initiatives, and deliver exceptional user experiences.
  • Code Quality: Oversee code reviews, ensure adherence to coding standards, and advocate for clean, maintainable, and testable code.
  • Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in collaborative editing, cloud infrastructure, and web development, and apply them to improve our product.
  • Operational Excellence: Ensure the stability and performance of the Docs platform, proactively addressing technical debt and optimizing system architecture.


Qualifications:

  • Technical Expertise:
    • Proficiency in Node.js, relational databases, and at least one modern frontend framework.
    • Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
    • Deep understanding of collaborative editing technologies, such as Quill, Yjs, and Hocuspocus.
  • Leadership Experience:
    • Proven track record of managing and scaling engineering teams.
    • Strong ability to mentor and develop technical talent.
  • Problem-Solving Skills:
    • Ability to tackle complex technical challenges and make data-driven decisions.
  • Communication:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Education & Experience:
    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
    • 7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.


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Salary and Benefits

At ClickUp, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Please note that the actual compensation for this position may vary and is dependent on factors such as geographic location,  interview performance, years of experience, education level, and specific skills. We encourage candidates to discuss compensation expectations during the interview process to ensure alignment with their qualifications and our company’s compensation philosophy.

This position is eligible for the following benefits and perks:

  • Equity
  • 401k
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Spending accounts
  • Life & Disability
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Enhanced employee assistance program
  • Employee wellness stipend
  • Professional development stipend

USA Salary Range (OTE)

$250,000$290,000 USD


Unsure if you meet all the qualifications of this job description but are deeply excited about the role? We hire based on ambition, grit, and a passion for improving the way people work. If you think ClickUp is the company for you, we encourage you to apply!

ClickUp was founded on a culture of hard work, consistent growth, and a desire to break norms. We’re a values-driven company and hire based on ambition, merit, and a willingness to do what it takes to succeed. We don’t care where you’re from, what you look like, or who you’re in a relationship with—we hire the best people for the job, and create an environment that supports employees on their journey to do the most exciting work of their lives! ClickUp is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

ClickUp collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

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Please note we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for roles outside of engineering and product at this time. Sponsorship for engineering and product roles is not guaranteed, but is instead based on the business needs for that specific role at that time. Please reach out to the recruiter with any questions.

Top Skills

Angular
AWS
Hocuspocus
Node.js
Postgres
Quill
Yjs
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The Company
HQ: San Diego, CA
1,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

ClickUp is one app to replace them all. It's more than just task management - ClickUp offers docs, reminders, goals, calendars, and even an inbox. Fully customizable, ClickUp works for every type of team, so all teams can use the same app to plan, organize, and collaborate! ClickUp is trusted by millions of users and over 100,00 teams.

Why Work With Us

ClickUppers are highly passionate, energetic, and unique people that align in the mission of saving people time and making the world more productive. We're the newcomer, the underdog, but that's where we thrive. Let’s make the world more productive, together!

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