Senior Engineering Manager

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the Team + Role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead and grow high-performing engineering teams responsible for building and scaling software systems that support Robinhood’s global product expansion. You will partner with cross-functional leaders to translate business objectives into technical strategy and execution, ensuring that our systems are robust, scalable, and localized for diverse international markets.

As part of the International engineering organization, you will help shape how engineering contributes to Robinhood’s long-term global footprint, enabling seamless trading and financial services experiences around the world.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA and New York, NY offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 4 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and strong team culture.
• Set technical direction and execution priorities in collaboration with product and cross-functional partners.
• Ensure engineering decisions align with business goals and deliver scalable, maintainable systems.
• Play an active role in hiring, mentoring, performance management, and career development.
• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for key stakeholders, facilitating alignment across functions and regions.
• Champion effective engineering practices that balance quality, speed, and long-term sustainability.

What You Bring

• Experience: 10+ years of software engineering experience with significant leadership responsibility, including managing engineering managers or multiple teams.
• Technical depth: Strong background with distributed systems and software architecture; familiarity with modern languages and event-driven systems.
• Cross-functional impact: Demonstrated success working with product, design, data, and other engineering teams to deliver high-impact outcomes.
• Execution excellence: Proven ability to drive complex technical initiatives from inception through delivery in a structured and measurable way.
• Communication: Clear, structured communicator capable of aligning diverse stakeholders across teams and geographies.

Leadership Expectations

• Build and inspire teams that deliver ambitious results.
• Prioritize hiring and developing top talent.
• Foster trust, inclusion, and psychological safety.
• Lead through ambiguity with integrity and decisive judgment

What we offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
• Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
• Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
• Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Base Pay Range Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)

$264,000—$310,000 USD

Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)

$264,000—$310,000 USD

Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)

$264,000—$310,000 USD

Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.