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Engineering Manager - Cloud

RunPodRemote - USAEngineering
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Salary
$110K - $220K USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
8 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

RunPod is hiring a remote Engineering Manager to lead a product engineering team focused on cloud infrastructure and developer workflows across the United States. This full-time role suits an experienced technical leader who wants to shape the future of artificial intelligence and machine learning platforms.

Role Overview

As the Engineering Manager for cloud systems at RunPod, the professional takes charge of an end-to-end product roadmap area. Collaborating closely with design and product counterparts, the leader guides engineers through system architecture, execution, quality assurance, and product launches. The position centers on delivering intuitive paths for builders to train and deploy artificial intelligence applications in production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Owns feature delivery for a specific product area by leading engineers to ship new functionalities and iterate on existing systems.
Translates product strategy into clear technical plans, milestones, and success metrics while managing scope, risk, and timelines.
Drives pragmatic system design for product-layer services to guarantee scalability, performance, and consistency.
Hires, mentors, and develops software engineers while fostering a culture of ownership and high velocity.
Enhances automated testing, release safety, and observability for customer-facing applications.
Collaborates cross-functionally with product, support, and go-to-market teams to align dependencies and maintain clear ownership.
Establishes team rituals, sprints, and operational metrics to improve throughput, cycle time, and feature adoption.

Requirements

At least 2 years of engineering management experience overseeing roadmap delivery, performance, hiring, and team culture.
A minimum of 6 years working as a software engineer building products utilized by millions of users.
Strong expertise in Linux systems internals and cloud systems engineering, including building orchestration or control planes.
Proficiency in backend or full-stack technologies with a preference for Python, Go, and TypeScript.
Solid comprehension of microservices, distributed cloud-native architecture, eventing, and APIs.
Proven capability to communicate asynchronously and lead effectively in a remote-first organization.
Successful completion of a background check and authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice to Have

Background in constructing artificial intelligence, machine learning, or developer platforms and infrastructure-adjacent product layers.
Familiarity with Kubernetes-based platforms, container runtimes, or GPU accelerator workflows.
Experience scaling technical teams rapidly in high-growth environments.
Open-source contributions in systems, cloud-native, or machine learning projects.

Skills and Tools

Python
Kubernetes
TypeScript
Go
Linux Systems
Cloud Systems Engineering
Distributed Services
Microservices and APIs

Salary and Benefits

Competitive annual base salary ranging from $110,000 to $220,000, determined by qualifications, experience, and location.
Meaningful stock options and equity in a rapidly growing company.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Flexible paid time off policy for rest and recharging.
A $1,200 home office and equipment stipend for workspace setup.
Remote-first working environment supported by collaborative communication tools like Slack.

About the Company

RunPod is pioneering advanced cloud infrastructure for full-stack artificial intelligence applications. Established in 2022, the company operates as a rapidly expanding, well-funded, remote-first organization with a global footprint. The corporate mission centers on providing developers with foundational platforms to build, run, and scale custom artificial intelligence systems.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official RunPod careers page to submit an application for this remote position.

Skills and tech stack

PythonKubernetesTypeScript

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Engineering Manager - Cloud role?

The annual base salary ranges from $110,000 to $220,000, with the exact amount determined by location, experience, and qualifications.

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote-first role based in the United States.

What experience is required for this management position?

Candidates must have at least 2 years of engineering management experience and 6 or more years of experience as a software engineer.

Does RunPod offer visa sponsorship for this job?

No, RunPod is currently unable to sponsor employment visas for this role, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

What benefits are included with employment?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, stock options, flexible PTO, a $1,200 home office stipend, and remote work flexibility.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official RunPod careers page.

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