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Are you passionate about building platforms that combine deep systems innovation with world class developer experiences to power the next generation of AI driven applications? Do you enjoy leading engineers building systems that span database engines, developer platforms, and scalable cloud infrastructure? If so, join us on a mission to transform Azure PostgreSQL into the premier platform for intelligent application development. The Azure PostgreSQL Database Services team is building a world class AI enhanced PostgreSQL platform that enables developers to create, deploy, and scale modern applications with agility, intelligence, and confidence. We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for advancing AI Store capabilities, developer platforms, APIs, and integrations that power intelligent application development on Azure PostgreSQL. This role combines people leadership with deep technical engagement. You will guide architecture, shape system design, and collaborate with technical leaders across the organization to deliver foundational platform capabilities that power modern application development on Azure PostgreSQL.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and grow a high performing engineering team building core platform capabilities in Azure PostgreSQL that enable intelligent application development
Provide strong technical leadership by guiding architecture, system design, and critical technical decisions across the platform
Drive the development and delivery of scalable platform capabilities including APIs, SDKs, and extensibility layers that expose advanced PostgreSQL functionality to developers
Ensure the team delivers reliable, secure, and scalable services by establishing strong engineering fundamentals and operational excellence
Coach and develop engineers through mentorship, technical guidance, and career development while building an inclusive and high trust team environment
Partner with teams across the PostgreSQL engine, platform services, developer tooling, and cloud infrastructure to deliver cohesive platform experiences
Engage with developer communities, partners, and open-source ecosystems to gather feedback and help shape the evolution of the platform
Embody our culture and values
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience
6 or more years of professional software engineering experience
2 or more years of experience leading or managing engineering teams
Strong technical depth in distributed systems, database systems, cloud platforms, or large-scale backend services
Experience designing and delivering complex systems or platform capabilities in production environments
Proven ability to lead teams delivering large engineering initiatives across multiple components and services
Strong ability to guide technical discussions, evaluate architecture, and mentor engineers on system design and implementation
Nice to have:
8 or more years of backend or platform engineering experience building large scale cloud services or developer platforms
Experience with database systems such as PostgreSQL or similar technologies
Experience building developer focused platforms including APIs, SDKs, or developer tooling
Familiarity with AI driven data systems such as vector search, semantic indexing, or AI assisted application development workflows
Experience engaging with open-source communities or developer ecosystems