Engineering Manager, Product Engineering

At Instabase, we are passionate about democratizing access to cutting-edge AI innovation so that any organization can solve previously unsolvable unstructured data problems. With customers ranging from some of the largest and most complex firms worldwide, our market opportunity is near infinite. We offer a consumption‑based pricing model that lets customers pay only for what they use, aligning revenue directly with the value delivered.

This customer‑centric approach enables clients to fully explore our AI Hub platform, uncovering essential business insights and driving top‑tier solutions that give everyday operations a distinct advantage. With offices in San Francisco and Bengaluru, Instabase is a truly global company. We are people‑first , and we have built a team that is fearlessly experimental, endlessly curious, and customer‑obsessed.

Together, we help organizations worldwide turn their unstructured data into insights instantaneously. As an Engineering Manager at Instabase, you will lead a team responsible for the full‑stack development of enterprise software, working closely with cross‑functional teams to design and deliver high‑impact solutions. This role requires strong technical expertise, strategic leadership, and the ability to foster an engineering culture of innovation and excellence.

The Product Engineering team is responsible for all products across the platform, including core ML capabilities, no‑code/low‑code automation tools, and scalable execution backends. Our teams serve both external customers and internal users, solving real‑world use cases through frequent cross‑team collaboration. What You’ll Do Team Leadership – Build, manage, and develop a high‑performing engineering team, providing mentorship and career development while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with product, design, and technical writing teams to define the roadmap and drive execution. End‑to‑End Execution – Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from capacity planning and road‑mapping to prototyping and production deployment. Technical Leadership – Contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions within your product area.

Quality & Operational Excellence – Establish and uphold best practices to maintain a high‑quality bar for all deliverables, ensuring reliability, scalability, and usability. Innovation & AI Integration – Leverage modern AI tools to improve team productivity and elevate product capabilities. About You Experience – 5+ years of engineering management experience, with a track record of building and leading high‑performing teams.

AI & Data Expertise – Strong background in AI, ML, and data‑driven products, with experience building and scaling intelligent applications. Startup Mentality – Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced startup environment, navigating ambiguity, and driving impactful results. Technical Proficiency – Deep knowledge of modern technology stacks, including cloud infrastructure, container orchestration systems, TypeScript, React, and related tools.

SaaS & Enterprise Experience – Proven ability to deliver SaaS‑based enterprise software solutions at scale. Process & Productivity – Experience implementing SDLC and leveraging modern productivity software (Jira, Confluence, Figma, etc.). AI‑Driven Development – Passion for integrating modern AI tools to optimize development workflows.

Compensation and Benefits Base salary range: $280,000 to $300,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Pay may vary based on location, experience, and skills. Flexible PTO – Because life is better when you actually live it!

Comprehensive Coverage – Top‑notch medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with Matching – We’ve got your back for a secure future. Parental Leave & Fertility Benefits – Supporting you in growing your family, your way. Therapy Sessions Covered – 10 free sessions through Samata Health.

Wellness Stipend – For gym memberships, fitness tech, or whatever keeps you thriving. Lunch on Us – Enjoy a lunch credit when you’re in the office. Instabase is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We encourage applicants who feel they can do the job and are a good match to apply. Veteran, disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, armed forces service medal veteran – we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr