C++ Engineering Manager at Quora

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

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€75,000 – €75,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent practical experience
  • 3+ years of experience managing or leading high-performing engineering teams, including hiring and mentoring
  • 5+ years of hands-on C++ experience building highly scalable, multi-threaded, high-performance distributed systems
  • Strong knowledge of Linux/OSX and Windows development environments
  • Deep understanding of C++ coding best practices and memory/performance management, plus advanced debugging and profiling skills
  • Proven ability to align technical execution with business priorities and drive results across multiple teams
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with socket filters, SSL, and transparent proxies
  • Kernel-mode application development experience
  • Expertise in cross-platform build systems (e.g., CMake) and cross-platform codebases
  • Knowledge of modern C++ standards (C++11/C++17) and frameworks like Qt
  • Familiarity with install frameworks (MSI, Pkg)
  • Experience with embedded systems
  • Track record of implementing continuous integration pipelines and Agile methodologies at scale

Responsibilities

  • Own the Desktop Platform: Lead the design, development, and delivery of Qustodio’s desktop, SDK, kernel and embedded components
  • Lead Platform Delivery: Drive the technical strategy for our core desktop services, ensuring reliability, scalability and security at global scale
  • Architect for the Future: Work closely with Product and other Engineering teams to set the architectural vision, make high-impact technical decisions, and ensure the platform meets today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges
  • Build and Mentor an Exceptional Team: Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent. Cultivate a high-performing, inclusive team culture focused on excellence, ownership, and innovation
  • Deliver at Scale: Balance speed, quality, and risk while driving predictable execution of complex initiatives across multiple platforms
  • Champion Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders across the company to align priorities, evangelize platform services, and unify technical efforts
  • Raise the Bar: Define and uphold engineering best practices while continuously improving our development and QA processes

Skills

C++
Cross-platform
Windows
macOS
Linux
Multithreading
High-performance
Kernel
Embedded
SDK

Quora

Global knowledge sharing and AI integration platform

About Quora

Quora is a global platform for knowledge sharing that attracts over 400 million unique visitors each month. It allows users to share insights on a wide variety of topics, creating a community focused on learning and connection. Users include individuals looking for information, experts sharing their knowledge, and businesses engaging with a knowledgeable audience. Quora also features Poe, a platform that combines several AI language models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3, enabling users to chat and explore these technologies in one place. Unlike many competitors, Quora's business model relies on targeted advertising to its large user base, allowing it to continuously expand its offerings to meet user needs.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2009Year Founded
$351.2MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company Equity
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Mental Health Support

Risks

Increased competition from Reddit and Stack Exchange could dilute Quora's user base.
AI-generated content may lead to misinformation without proper oversight.
Privacy concerns over data collection for ads could lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Quora integrates AI models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3 through its Poe platform.
Quora's Writing Sessions offer a unique alternative to Reddit's AMA for expert Q&A.
Quora's partnership with Bombora enhances B2B audience targeting for advertisers.

Upsides

Quora attracts over 400 million unique visitors monthly, boosting its advertising potential.
AI-driven content moderation can improve user experience by reducing misinformation.
Personalized learning experiences through AI can enhance user retention and satisfaction.

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