Engineering Manager

Manager II of Engineering

We're seeking a Manager II of Engineering to lead a team of software engineers at The Zebra. You'll drive engineering execution, develop your team's skills, and ensure we're shipping high-quality software that creates value for our customers.

Our company headquarters are in Austin, TX, but our employees work remotely across the US. For folks who live around Austin, we offer the option to join us in our office or opt for a hybrid setup. Whether you prefer the structure of an office, the convenience of remote work, or a mix of both, we support what works best for you! Please note: at this time we are not able to hire in Massachusetts.

We're looking for an Engineering Manager to lead one of our high-impact engineering teams. In this role, you'll empower a group of talented engineers, guide our technical strategy, and keep our systems running smoothly. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you'll turn big ideas into high-impact products.

You'll work directly with our talented PMs and be the technical voice in the room. You and your team of engineers own the technical "how." You might not write production code in this role, but we believe the strongest managers are former engineers who can mentor, give incisive feedback, and write technical requirements when the moment calls for it.

If you're a supportive leader who loves growing engineers and driving technical excellence, we'd love to meet you.

We look for Zeebs who take ownership of their work, communicate with clarity and empathy, and are eager to learn and grow together. Some requirements to be successful as an engineering manager include:

• 6+ years of software engineering experience with at least 2+ years in an engineering management role

• Strong background in one or more programming languages, ideally including Python and/or JavaScript

• Fluency with agentic software development, including demonstrated knowledge of AI tools and how to use them to drive outcomes

• Demonstrated success leading engineering teams, managing projects, and driving technical roadmaps

• Proven ability to develop and mentor engineers, and foster high-performing teams

• Deep understanding of agile/scrum software development methodologies and best practices

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills

• A balance of technical depth and strategic thinking, with a focus on driving business impact

• Experience working in fintech/insuretech is a plus

We also value the following:

• Experience building applications with large language models, training, and fine-tuning.

• Deep knowledge of fullstack software development, including modern frontend and backend frameworks like React, Django, and FastAPI

• Experience operating and scaling systems in AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure

• Demonstrated impact as a technical lead with deep system context and architectural influence

When we say "All Stripes Welcome," we mean it. Considering viewpoints outside of our own creates a better, more inclusive experience for everyone. We live and breathe inclusion. You will be part of a wide array of voices, opinions, and experiences that inform everything we do.

We believe in innovation. You will be part of experimentation, creative problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and testing new approaches, tools, and ideas.

We trust our teams. You'll own your work, balancing personal accountability with team accountability.

We care about each other. You'll join a team that truly lives their values, both in and out of the office.

We take thoughtful action. You will be empowered to do the right things as efficiently as possible.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation & stock option offering

• Health, dental, vision & disability coverage

• Sabbatical program for tenured employees

• HSA with employer contribution

• Fertility support through Carrot

• $100 monthly wellness perk

• $300 pet reimbursement program

• 401k with match

• Unlimited PTO + flexibility to enjoy it

• Paid parental leave program

• Learning & development opportunities

• Employee Resource Groups

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Zebra seeks to bring transparency and simplicity to car and home insurance shopping it's Insurance in black and white.

We've garnered attention across the industry and across the nation. Our core motto is "All Stripes Welcome." As part of our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce, we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform core job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.