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Engineering Manager, Core Payments Experience

Patreon1 months ago
Location

San Francisco

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 257,500 – 386,000

Level

Manager

Role

Engineering Manager

Posted

Feb 11, 2026

Full TimeManager

The role

Summary

Patreon is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the Core Payments Experience team, driving innovative payment solutions for creators. The ideal candidate will manage a team of software engineers, develop strategic roadmaps, and create delightful, reliable payment experiences that empower creators to build sustainable businesses.

What you'll do

Team Leadership: Set and maintain a high engineering bar, supporting and managing a team of software engineers to achieve strategic objectives
Product Strategy: Partner with Product and Engineering leads to define Payments north stars, success metrics, and roadmap sequencing for H1/H2
Technical Collaboration: Work closely with Payments Platform team to ensure robust engineering foundations that support Patreon's broader payment needs
User Experience Optimization: Ensure core payment journeys feel clear, trustworthy, and modern across web and mobile platforms
Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate with Insights, Creator Success, and other product areas to create cohesive payment experiences
Strategic Vision: Develop and propose product vision initiatives that discover future opportunities beyond the near-term roadmap

What we look for

Technical

Engineering ExperienceMinimum 5+ years of software engineering experience with 3+ years of engineering team management
Domain ExpertiseProven track record in complex domains, preferably in payments, fintech, or mission-critical systems
Data-Driven ApproachExperience with experimentation-driven optimization and using data to inform product roadmap decisions

Education

DegreeBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Experience

LeadershipDemonstrated ability to manage engineering teams and drive high-impact product outcomes
Cross-Functional CollaborationStrong skills in building relationships across Product, Design, Engineering, and business partner teams

Skills

Required skills

Team ManagementAbility to lead, mentor, and develop software engineering teams
Product StrategySkills in creating and executing comprehensive product roadmaps
Technical LeadershipCapacity to set technical direction and maintain high engineering standards

Nice to have

Payments Domain KnowledgeDeep understanding of payment systems, fintech infrastructure, and creator economy platforms
User Experience DesignStrong focus on creating intuitive, user-friendly payment journeys

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 257,500 – 386,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Healthcare

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Equity

Stock options and equity plans

Flexible Time Off

Unlimited or extensive paid time off policy

Learning Stipend

Financial support for professional development and learning

Parental Leave

Comprehensive parental leave policy

401k

Retirement plan with company matching

Lifestyle Stipend

Additional compensation for personal wellness and lifestyle expenses

Commuter Benefits

Support for transportation expenses

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — HR phone screen to assess basic qualifications and cultural fit
  2. 2
    Technical Phone Interview — Discussion of engineering background, leadership experience, and technical expertise
  3. 3
    Hiring Manager Interview — In-depth conversation about management style, team leadership, and strategic thinking
  4. 4
    Technical Leadership Assessment — Presentation or case study demonstrating product strategy and engineering management capabilities
  5. 5
    Team and Cross-Functional Interviews — Meetings with potential team members and stakeholders from Product, Design, and Engineering
  6. 6
    Final Executive Interview — Discussion with senior leadership to assess overall fit and potential impact
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Patreon is an American membership platform enabling creators to earn income from fans. It supports artists, podcasters, and writers with subscription-based content and community tools.

San Francisco, California, United StatesFounded 2013patreon.com

Tech Stack

Languages
PythonJavaScript
Frameworks
ReactNode.js
Databases
PostgreSQLMongoDB
Tools
GitAWSKubernetes
Other
Payment Gateway Integrations

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