Stepful

Engineering Manager

Stepful6 days ago
Location

New York City

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 172,000 – 218,000

Level

Manager

Role

Engineering Manager

Posted

Mar 26, 2026

Full TimeManager

The role

Summary

Stepful seeks an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team of Product Engineers in building transformative end-to-end student success experiences. The ideal candidate will drive technical excellence, foster team development, and contribute to cutting-edge AI-enabled educational technology solutions in the healthcare training sector.

What you'll do

Team Leadership: Lead product engineering team to deliver impactful outcomes, remove technical blockers, and drive continuous improvement in team processes and performance
People Development: Develop engineers through personalized feedback, career development plans, and strategic opportunity matching
Product Collaboration: Partner closely with Product, Design, Data, and Operations teams to shape product discovery and ensure strategic alignment
Technical Contribution: Contribute approximately 20% of time to hands-on technical work, including code reviews, architecture design, and technical documentation
Technical Strategy: Oversee technical roadmapping and guide system evolution across core product pillars: Learning Experience, Careers, and Human Connection

What we look for

Technical

Full-Stack EngineeringStrong background in full-stack software development with comprehensive product building experience
Technical LeadershipAbility to provide technical guidance, conduct in-depth code reviews, and contribute to system architecture

Education

Computer Science/EngineeringBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Experience

Engineering ManagementMinimum 2 years of direct experience managing software engineering teams
Software Product Development6+ years of experience building comprehensive software products

Skills

Required skills

Team LeadershipProven ability to develop, motivate, and lead high-performing engineering teams
Product CollaborationExperience partnering effectively with Product and Design teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle
Technical Problem SolvingStrong analytical skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and make clear, decisive technical decisions

Nice to have

Startup ExperienceBackground in high-growth startup environments, particularly in B2C, B2B2C, EdTech, or HealthTech sectors
DevOps OptimizationExperience improving engineering systems, CI/CD pipelines, and overall developer experience

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 172,000 – 218,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Health Insurance

Subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plan options

Retirement Planning

401(k) retirement savings plan

Flexible Spending

FSA, HSA, and commuter benefits

Vacation Policy

Open vacation policy with 15 days PTO, 15 work-from-anywhere days, and company closure during last week of December

Equity Compensation

Equity package with Incentive Stock Options (ISOs)

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to assess background and fit
  2. 2
    Technical Interview — In-depth technical discussion exploring engineering leadership experience and technical capabilities
  3. 3
    Leadership Assessment — Interview focusing on team management, development strategies, and leadership philosophy
  4. 4
    Final Panel Interview — Comprehensive interview with engineering leadership and potential team members
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Stepful is an online career training platform focused on rapidly upskilling individuals for in-demand healthcare roles. The company offers affordable, fast-paced programs designed to help students earn certifications and secure employment in professions such as Medical Assistant and Phlebotomy Technician. Its mission is to empower individuals from underserved communities to access high-growth healthcare careers, thereby addressing workforce shortages in the healthcare sector. Stepful operates within the online education and healthcare workforce development market, connecting trained professionals with employers.

New York, USAFounded 2021stepful.com

Tech Stack

Languages
PythonJavaScript
Frameworks
React
Databases
PostgreSQL
Tools
AI/ML ToolsCI/CD Tools
Other
Large Language Models
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