Director of Engineering, Operations Tools Suite
Serve Robotics120,000 - 180,000 USD/year
- Internship
- Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Internet, Non-Profit, Software DevelopmentIndustries
Requirements
Candidates 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, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within an engineering organization. Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring engineering teams is essential, as is a deep understanding of software development methodologies and best practices. A strong understanding of open-source software development and community engagement is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
The Director of Engineering, MediaWiki will lead teams responsible for building, maintaining, and improving the MediaWiki platform, ensuring its stability, reliability, and optimal performance. They will collaborate with the Director of Product to develop and execute strategic roadmaps, manage engineering delivery, and oversee the hiring, coaching, and development of engineering managers and individual contributors. Furthermore, they will participate in organizational development, planning, budgeting, and managing expense priorities within the MediaWiki Engineering cost center, and collaborate with other engineering leaders to ensure the overall success of the platform.
Skills
Software Development
Leadership
Coaching
Collaboration
Open-Source Software
Wikimedia Foundation
Operates Wikipedia and free knowledge projects
About Wikimedia Foundation
The Wikimedia Foundation operates Wikipedia and other free knowledge projects, aiming to create a world where everyone can freely access and share knowledge. It provides a platform for users to read, contribute, and share content, while also supporting the volunteer communities that help maintain these projects. The foundation is funded by donations from individuals and institutions, emphasizing its nonprofit status. Unlike many other organizations, it focuses on making knowledge accessible to all without charge, advocating for policies that support free knowledge initiatives. Its goal is to empower individuals to contribute to and benefit from a collective pool of knowledge.
Key Metrics
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$145.9MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Social Impact, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees