Senior Manager, IT Engineering
Lead the strategy and execution of IT engineering capabilities at Motive, focusing on reliability, scalability, and security.
Posted by employer 22 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 13 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 13 hours ago
What you'll build
- Establish IT engineering strategy and roadmap
- Lead design and execution of cross-functional initiatives
- Define architecture principles and engineering standards
- Translate business needs into technical solutions
- Develop the team through coaching and talent development
Must have
- 10+ years of experience in IT engineering
- 5+ years of experience leading technical teams
- Deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure and cloud platforms
- Proven experience leading complex programs
- Experience establishing technical strategy and operating metrics
Requirements
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Senior Manager of IT Engineering at Motive is responsible for leading the strategy and execution of the company's global IT engineering initiatives, focusing on creating reliable and scalable solutions across various technical domains. This role requires a strong background in enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security, along with proven leadership skills in managing technical teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in IT engineering and a track record of successfully executing complex, cross-functional programs. The position is pivotal in shaping engineering standards and enhancing operational efficiency within a high-growth environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 17, 2026. Last confirmed on Motive's careers page October 17, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Management roles (median ~$171,120).
- Starts above 36% of 587 comparable senior management roles in United States we track (median $153,000 across 142 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Manager, IT Engineering role remote?
- It's hybrid — Motive expects some on-site time in San Francisco, California, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Motive lists $140,000–$190,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 10 years of relevant experience for this Senior Manager, IT Engineering role.
- Where is the role based?
- Motive is hiring for this position in San Francisco, California, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Motive targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Manager, IT Engineering role at Motive.
From the original posting
Who we are:
Visit gomotive.com to learn more.
About the Role:
The Senior Manager, IT Engineering will lead the strategy, architecture, and execution of Motive’s global IT engineering capabilities. This role will translate functional objectives into reliable, scalable, and secure solutions across infrastructure, networks, systems, and automation while leading complex initiatives across multiple teams. You will report into Austin Karr (Global Head of IT). This is a hybrid role based in San Francisco, Austin, Seattle, or Nashville.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong people leadership and sound business judgment. You will shape engineering standards, improve operational maturity, and develop a high-performing team while balancing reliability, security, scalability, and employee experience.
What You'll Do:
- Establish the IT engineering strategy, roadmap, OKRs, and resource plans in alignment with functional objectives.
- Lead the design and execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives that improve reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
- Define architecture principles, engineering standards, and operating practices across infrastructure, networking, systems, automation, monitoring, and disaster recovery.
- Translate business needs into effective technical solutions and guide build-versus-buy, vendor, and technology decisions.
- Establish performance metrics, documentation standards, and operating mechanisms that improve service quality and decision-making.
- Develop the team through clear expectations, coaching, succession planning, and ongoing talent development.
What We're Looking For:
- 10+ years of experience in IT engineering, infrastructure, systems engineering, network engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience leading and managing technical teams in a high-growth or globally distributed environment.
- Deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, networking, systems administration, automation, and security principles.
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional programs from strategy and architecture through successful execution.
- Experience establishing technical strategy, engineering standards, OKRs, resource plans, and operating metrics.
- Ability to synthesize complex technical and business requirements into clear recommendations and durable solutions.
Your compensation may be based on several factors, including education, work experience, and certifications. For certain roles, total compensation may include restricted stock units. Motive offers benefits including health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits, paid time off, sick time off, short term and long term disability coverage, life insurance as well as 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Learn more about our benefits by visiting Motive Perks & Benefits
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