Zapier

Sr. Engineering Manager (India Engineering Leader)

Zapier3 weeks ago
Location

India

Workplace

Remote

Type

Full Time

Salary

INR 7,051,100 – 12,797,800

Level

Senior

Role

Engineering Manager

Posted

Apr 24, 2026

Full TimeRemoteSenior

The role

Summary

Zapier is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead Enterprise Integrations in India, managing two critical engineering teams focused on building and maintaining key product integrations. The role requires a strategic leader who can drive technical innovation, foster AI-powered productivity, and represent Zapier's engineering presence in the Indian market.

What you'll do

Team Leadership: Manage two engineering teams (8-10 engineers) through direct management and tech leads, conducting weekly 1:1s, team meetings, and skip-levels
Performance Management: Own comprehensive performance management including setting expectations, providing feedback, conducting reviews, and supporting career growth
AI-Powered Innovation: Champion AI-assisted development, identifying high-leverage AI applications in engineering processes and setting benchmarks for AI-native engineering
Technical Strategy: Shape architectural decisions for critical integrations, participate in code and design reviews, and guide technical direction
India Engineering Leadership: Represent Zapier's engineering presence in India, partner with recruiting, foster local engineering culture, and ensure smooth onboarding of new hires

What we look for

Technical

AI/ML KnowledgeDeep understanding of AI/ML systems, LLM technologies, and production implementation
Distributed SystemsExperience with distributed systems architecture and authentication systems
Development ToolsProficiency with AI coding assistants, agentic workflows, and LLM-powered internal tools

Education

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

Experience

Leadership Experience7+ years of engineering experience with 4+ years managing engineers, including manager-of-managers experience
Team ScalingProven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining senior and staff-level engineers
Performance ManagementExperience running rigorous performance cycles and growing individual contributors into leadership roles

Skills

Required skills

People LeadershipStrong coaching and mentoring skills for senior engineers and potential tech leads
Cross-Functional CollaborationAbility to partner effectively with Product, Design, and other stakeholders
Strategic ThinkingCapability to balance technical, product, and business considerations

Nice to have

Remote Work ExperienceExperience managing distributed, global engineering teams
Startup EnvironmentBackground in fast-paced, innovative technology companies

Compensation & benefits

Salary

INR 7,051,100 – 12,797,800 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Equity

Stock options or equity compensation offered

Performance Bonus

Additional bonus compensation potential

Remote Work

Fully remote work arrangement with global team flexibility

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Review of application and initial qualifications
  2. 2
    Technical Leadership Interview — In-depth discussion of engineering leadership experience and approach
  3. 3
    AI and Technical Strategy Assessment — Evaluation of candidate's AI integration and technical strategic thinking
  4. 4
    Team and Stakeholder Interviews — Meetings with potential team members and cross-functional partners
  5. 5
    Final Leadership Interview — Comprehensive discussion with senior leadership about role fit and vision
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Zapier is an online automation tool that connects your favorite apps, such as Gmail, Slack, Mailchimp, and over 3,000 more, to automate repetitive tasks without coding or relying on developers to build the integration.

San Francisco, CA, USAFounded 2010zapier.com

Tech Stack

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Frameworks
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