Whatnot

Engineering Manager

Whatnot$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years managing software or firmware engineers in regulated or security-sensitive environments
  • Proven ability to meet delivery timelines and manage performance fairly
  • Able to read and understand technical documentation without coding
  • Excellent communication skills for feedback and risk escalation
  • Familiar with agile/scrum methodologies
  • Preferably holds a CS degree or equivalent engineering experience
  • Experience managing remote engineering teams

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of software engineers, overseeing 1:1s and performance reviews
  • Ensure team accountability and timely communication about blockers
  • Partner with product management to plan and monitor project timelines
  • Identify delivery risks and resolve them proactively
  • Collaborate on technical direction with senior engineers
  • Hire and onboard new team members effectively
  • Proactively escalate resource and scope issues to leadership
  • Cultivate a culture of ownership and accountability

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Opportunities for competitive compensation and career advancement
  • Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
  • Family-oriented corporate culture suited for motivated individuals
  • Consistently recognized as one of San Antonio's 'Best Places to Work'
Full Job Description
Futurex is looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a team of software/firmware engineers building world-class HSM and Key Management products. You'll be the direct people manager for your team - responsible for their day-to-day performance, growth, and delivery. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll balance people management with enough technical fluency to unblock your team and speak credibly to engineering tradeoffs.

What You'll Do
  • Serve as the direct manager for a team of software engineers - own 1:1s, performance reviews, PTO/attendance, and career development
  • Ensure day-to-day accountability: your team shows up, communicates blockers early, and delivers on commitments
  • Own sprint/project planning in partnership with product and program management; keep timelines realistic and on track
  • Identify and resolve delivery risks before they become missed deadlines
  • Partner with senior engineers on technical direction without necessarily writing production code yourself
  • Hire, onboard, and ramp new engineers on the team
  • Escalate resourcing, scope, or cross-team dependency issues to leadership proactively
  • Foster a culture of ownership, quality, and accountability

Requirements

What We're Looking For
  • 3+ years managing software or firmware engineers, ideally in a regulated, security-sensitive, or hardware-adjacent industry
  • Strong track record of hitting delivery timelines and managing performance/accountability issues directly and fairly
  • Comfortable reading technical work (code reviews, architecture docs) even if not actively coding
  • Excellent communication skills - comfortable delivering hard feedback and escalating risk early
  • Experience with agile/scrum delivery methodologies
  • Prior engineering background (CS degree or equivalent experience) preferred but not required if management track record is strong
  • Experience managing distributed/remote engineering teams
  • Background in cryptography, PKI, HSMs, or payments/security industries
  • Experience with performance improvement plans and difficult personnel conversations

Benefits
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability insurance
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution match
  • Welcoming, family-style corporate culture uniquely suited to fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and motivated individuals
  • One of San Antonio's "Best Places to Work" for nine consecutive years

About Whatnot

Whatnot is a Los Angeles-based startup that creates a place where avid collectors could come together over shared interests. Whatnot is a marketplace to buy and sell authentic collectible items. Whatnot was founded in 2019, in California.

Whatnot Careers

Joining Whatnot presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team in the marketplace, where innovation meets diversity and professional growth. Whatnot is renowned for its unique culture that fosters leadership and promotes career advancement through continuous learning and development.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whatnot is actively seeking talented individuals who are eager to drive innovation and lead in a dynamic environment. The company offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to professionals looking to make a significant impact in their fields. With positions ranging from technology to marketing, Whatnot ensures that every team member’s skills are harnessed effectively.

Experience Professional Growth

At Whatnot, growth is not just a possibility—it is an expectation. The company is committed to the professional development of its employees through robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training. These initiatives are designed to enhance skills and prepare individuals for future challenges and opportunities.

Engage in Meaningful Work

Every position at Whatnot is designed to challenge team members while contributing to the company’s overarching goals of innovation and service excellence. Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their projects and drive results that influence the company’s trajectory and success.

Internship Programs

For those starting their career journey, Whatnot offers internship programs that provide a comprehensive learning experience. Interns at Whatnot gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that offer real-world applications of their studies.

Benefits and Culture

Whatnot is dedicated to supporting its team members not only in their professional lives but also in their personal growth and well-being. The company offers competitive benefits packages that address health, financial security, and work-life balance. Whatnot’s culture is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion, where diversity is celebrated and every voice is heard.

Join the Team

Whatnot is hiring! Explore open positions that match your skills and interests. The company values curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Prepare your resume and ready yourself for an interview where you can showcase your abilities and fit for the team.

Networking and Career Advancement

Whatnot believes in the power of networking to unlock new opportunities and insights. Employees are encouraged to engage with industry leaders and peers through various professional networking events sponsored by the company. These connections can lead to innovative ideas and collaborations that propel both personal and company growth.

Stay Connected

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Discover Whatnot

Whatnot invites you to explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await. Join a team where your career aspirations can be realized through dedication, hard work, and a commitment to excellence.
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