Engineering Manager, Libraries (Python/JS)

Plotly is a leading innovator in data visualization and analytics, specializing in empowering organizations to make data-driven decisions. Our open-source and enterprise libraries, including Dash, enable developers to build sophisticated web applications for data visualization and analysis across industries.

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our talented team focused on the development and maintenance of our open-source and enterprise libraries. As an Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the technical direction, fostering innovation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our diverse user base.

The technologies you will be working with include but may not be limited to:

• Python

• JavaScript/TypeScript

• React

Core job responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of Plotly's open-source and enterprise libraries, particularly Dash and Plotly.js.

• Collaborate with CTO, product management, design, and other cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, prioritize features, and align engineering efforts with business objectives.

• Drive technical excellence, innovation, and best practices in software development, including code reviews, architectural design, and implementation strategies.

• Manage the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and planning to deployment and maintenance, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality releases.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and professional growth opportunities for team members.

• Provide strategic guidance and leadership in evaluating emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance productivity, scalability, and performance.

• Cultivate strong relationships with the open-source community, engaging with contributors, triaging and addressing issues in a timely manner, and fostering a vibrant ecosystem around Plotly's libraries.

• Drive initiatives to improve developer experience, documentation, and support resources, empowering users to leverage Plotly's libraries effectively.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.

• Proven experience (8+ years) in software engineering, with expertise in Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and React.

• 3+ years of experience in managing software engineering team; A leader in driving technical excellence

• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices in building scalable and maintainable web applications.

• Experience working with open-source projects and communities, contributing to or maintaining popular libraries or frameworks is a plus.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software products on schedule, with a focus on customer satisfaction and user experience.

• Passion for data visualization, analytics, and democratizing access to data-driven insights.

• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a Remote-first environment.

• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, learn new technologies and platforms, and be comfortable with troubleshooting complex technical issues.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Dedication to writing and encouraging clean, maintainable, and efficient code.

Assets:

• Experience with CICD: CircleCI, Selenium, pytest.

Don’t meet all the requirements, but you feel you would be a great fit to our plot-legion? Don’t hesitate to apply!

What you can expect from us:

Health & Wellbeing

• Comprehensive health coverage

• Generous PTO

• Parental leave top-up program

Growth & Future

• Stock options for all full-time employees

• Learning & development program

• Work alongside a dedicated team

Flexibility & Community

• Remote-first work

• Home office support

• Employee led DE&I resource group

• Plotly Community Forum

Why Plotly?

Unleash your creativity and shape the future of data analytics!

Founded by innovators and driven by our community of users and customers, we eagerly tackle every challenge, from crafting state-of-the-art UI for seamless data interaction to optimizing our graphing libraries and services for highly reliable performance. Our journey has only begun!

We are a tight-knit and quickly growing team where each member can make an immediate, meaningful impact. We take on complex problems, work hard, and are firm believers in the open-source mission. At Plotly, you'll work alongside a diverse team of first-class engineers, developers, scientists, and builders that challenge the status quo and set a high bar. We encourage each member of our team to explore and expand their skill sets continually, and to approach every problem with curiosity and an open mind. Together, we make it possible for people everywhere to share data and insights that make real impacts in business and around the world.

Plotly is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. If you require any accommodations, please let us know during the application process.