Senior Engineering Manager
PhantomFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Junior (1 to 2 years)
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, with an advanced degree being a plus. A minimum of 4 years of experience managing technology expenditure, such as in Technology Business Management or Finance/FP&A, is required. Additionally, 4+ years of experience within the software/technology industries is necessary. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication (written and verbal), attention to detail, and organizational skills are essential. Advanced Excel/Google Sheet skills are also required. Experience with AWS or similar cloud platforms, including cost reporting and management tools, is a significant advantage.
The Engineering Financial Operations Senior Manager will oversee all engineering organization expenditures, partnering with leadership to develop and track annual operating plans and budgets. Responsibilities include monitoring variable cost SaaS, managing cloud/hosting expense reporting and modeling, and collaborating with various departments on financial outputs and initiatives. The role also involves managing vendor relationships, understanding software cost models and contracts, and collaborating with procurement, legal, and GRC teams on contract activities, negotiations, and renewals.
Education technology for teaching and learning
Instructure focuses on enhancing the educational experience for teachers and students through its technology solutions. The main product, Canvas, is a learning management system (LMS) that enables educators to create, manage, and deliver course content effectively. This platform supports various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and corporate training programs, by providing a user-friendly interface for both instructors and learners. Unlike many competitors, Instructure operates on a subscription model, allowing institutions to access its services and tools for a fee. The goal of Instructure is to empower educators and improve student outcomes by providing effective teaching tools and resources, serving over 30 million users in more than 6,000 organizations globally.