Software Engineering Manager, Network Services

Company: CloudFlare
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

Software Engineering Manager, Network ServicesHybridAbout UsAt Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world's largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Internet application online without adding hardware, installing software, or changing a line of code. Internet properties powered by Cloudflare all have web traffic routed through its intelligent global network, which gets smarter with every request. As a result, they see significant improvement in performance and a decrease in spam and other attacks. Cloudflare was named to Entrepreneur Magazine's Top Company Cultures list and ranked among the World's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company.We realize people do not fit into neat boxes. We are looking for curious and empathetic individuals who are committed to developing themselves and learning new skills, and we are ready to help you do that. We cannot complete our mission without building a diverse and inclusive team. We hire the best people based on an evaluation of their potential and support them throughout their time at Cloudflare. Come join us!Role SummaryWe are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join the growing network-layer connectivity and security product space. You'll lead a team of capable engineers to deliver features that customers love while keeping our systems updated and able to handle the scale that comes with growth. You will be responsible for a set of products, features, and technologies that comprise Magic Transit and Magic WAN, working alongside other engineering teams in this space to deliver a cohesive customer experience.Role Responsibilities

• Hire, Mentor and Coach a team of highly capable Software Engineers.
• Work closely with Product and Engineering stakeholders to prioritize, plan and execute on work.
• Ensure status is clearly communicated through various tools, discussions and meetings.
• Understand technical implications of work in order to scope, work across teams and help unblock projects.
• Be responsible for production services, organizing on-call rotations and handling customer escalations and outages effectively.Role Requirements
  • 2+ years Experience as an Engineering Manager for a team of Software Engineers.
  • Strong technical background in Layer 3 and Layer 4 networking.
  • Technical experience with Linux networking such as Network Namespaces, eBPF and nftables.
  • Experience programming in systems languages such as Rust and Golang.
  • Excel at planning, creating teams and overseeing execution to meet commitments and deliver with predictability.
  • Demonstrate a track record of managing a team including hiring, onboarding, and professional development. You inspire your team to reach higher. You're as good as explaining "why" as you are "how".
  • Experience implementing tools, process, internal instrumentation, methodologies and resolving blockages.
  • Comfortable managing teams/projects in multiple locations and time zones, with tight deadlines and short release cycles.
  • Focus on clarity in written and verbal communication.CompensationCompensation may be adjusted depending on work location.
    • For Bay Area-based hires: Estimated annual salary of $225,000 - $275,000.
    • For New York City, Washington, and California (excluding Bay Area) based hires: Estimated annual salary of $213,000 - $261,000.
    • For Colorado-based hires: Estimated annual salary of $191,000 - $233,000.EquityThis role is eligible to participate in Cloudflare's equity plan.Cloudflare offers a complete package of benefits and programs to support you and your family. Our benefits programs can help you pay health care expenses, support caregiving, build capital for the future and make life a little easier and fun! The below is a description of our benefits for employees in the United States, and benefits may vary for employees based outside the U.S.Health & Welfare Benefits
      • Medical/Rx Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Flexible Spending Accounts
      • Commuter Spending Accounts
      • Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
      • On-demand mental health support and Employee Assistance Program
      • Global Travel Medical Insurance
      • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
      • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
      • Employee Stock Participation PlanTime Off
        • Flexible paid time off covering vacation and sick leave.
        • Leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave.This role may require flexibility to be on-call outside of standard working hours to address technical issues as needed.What Makes Cloudflare Special?We're not just a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company. We're a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company with a soul. Fundamental to our mission to help build a better Internet is protecting the free and open Internet.Sound like something you'd like to be a part of? We'd love to hear from you!This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations. Please note that any offer of employment may be conditioned on your authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export laws without sponsorship for an export license.Cloudflare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and place great value in both diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their, or any other person's, perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. We are an AA/Veterans/Disabled Employer.Cloudflare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.Apply for this job* indicates a required fieldFirst Name *Last Name *Email *Phone *Location (City) *Resume/CV *Legal Name (if different than above)Would you like to include your LinkedIn profile, personal website or blog?How did you hear about this job? *Do you now or will you in the future require immigration sponsorship to work at Cloudflare? *Please review and acknowledge Cloudflare's Candidate Privacy Policy (cloudflare.com/candidate-privacy-notice/). *
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