• Lead a team of 5+ engineers focused on infrastructure and platform tooling. • Own technical strategy, planning, and execution for core platform initiatives, with an emphasis on scalability, reliability, and security. • Act as a strong technical mentor and hands-on contributor when needed—guiding architecture, writing code, and debugging systems. • Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, product, and operations to build infrastructure that unlocks product innovation and operational excellence. • Establish and evolve engineering processes for continuous improvement, velocity, and quality. • Invest in recruiting and developing engineering talent through coaching, mentorship, and ongoing feedback (including 360 feedback). • Promote a high-agency, high-accountability team culture with a bias for action and clear communication. • Advocate for technical excellence and pragmatic decision-making, grounded in deep system knowledge.