Upwork

Director of Engineering, Marketplace Platforms

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Marketplace Platforms, Biotechnology, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in software engineering leadership roles, specifically within platform development. Strong experience with Vue, Nuxt, native and Flutter frameworks, and MarTech infrastructure is required, as is a demonstrated ability to lead and scale engineering teams.

Responsibilities

As a Director of Engineering, Marketplace Platforms, you will lead and inspire multiple engineering teams responsible for delivering core marketplace platform capabilities across Web, Mobile, MarTech, and Automation Services. You will drive technical excellence and scalability within these ecosystems, partner with AI/ML teams to support infrastructure needs, scale automation solutions, build and evolve internal tooling, and invest in SDLC visualization to improve development processes. Additionally, you will cultivate a culture of innovation, mentor engineering managers and senior engineers, and contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development.

Skills

Vue
Nuxt
Native mobile frameworks
Flutter
MarTech infrastructure
Automation services
AI and Machine Learning
Web Platforms
Mobile Platforms
Scalable infrastructure
Platform integration

Upwork

Online platform connecting freelancers and clients

About Upwork

Upwork connects freelancers with clients looking for various services in the gig economy, which focuses on short-term contracts instead of permanent jobs. The platform allows freelancers to create profiles that showcase their skills, while clients can post job listings for specific projects. Freelancers bid on these projects, and clients choose the best candidates based on proposals and reviews. Upwork earns revenue through service fees charged to freelancers based on their earnings, with a tiered structure that rewards long-term client relationships. The platform also offers premium memberships and additional services for enhanced visibility and access to job listings. Upwork provides tools for time tracking, invoicing, and project management, making it easier for both freelancers and clients to manage their work and payments. The goal of Upwork is to facilitate successful project completion by bridging the gap between freelancers and clients.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$143.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Increased competition from Fiverr and Toptal threatens Upwork's market share.
The new Fiverr-style Project Catalog may commoditize services, reducing freelancers' perceived value.
Strategic shifts under new management may not align with current client expectations.

Differentiation

Upwork connects freelancers with clients across diverse industries, enhancing global work opportunities.
The platform offers tools like time tracking and invoicing for efficient project management.
Upwork's tiered fee structure incentivizes long-term client relationships, differentiating it from competitors.

Upsides

Upwork's acquisition of Objective AI enhances its AI capabilities for better talent matching.
The introduction of Featured Jobs increases visibility for job posts, attracting more candidates.
Upwork's recognition as the top job posting site boosts its credibility among employers.

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