Pinterest
Engineering Manager II, Search Discovery Experience
Pinterest, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas and plan memories that will last a lifetime. Pinterest is on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. We are reimagining how people search on Pinterest, starting with the entry point. We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Search Discovery Experience team, which owns how users start their search journey across surfaces and input types (search bar, autocomplete, search landing page, multimodal input such as text, image, and voice) and how we understand and disambiguate intent. This is a high-visibility role focused on building the next generation of search experiences powered by AI and designed to feel conversational and intuitive.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully. Location notes: US-based applicants only. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. See PinFlex for more about our working model. What you'll do
Lead a cross-platform team (iOS, Android, Web, Backend) building the core entry points into Search Define and deliver a roadmap for multimodal, context-aware, and assistive search input Build scalable, performant systems for autocomplete, query understanding, and multi-modal search entries Collaborate with PM, Design, ML, and infra teams to create seamless search experiences across surfaces Drive product and infrastructure development with a strong bias toward iteration and speed Hire, grow, and mentor engineers across levels while building a healthy, high-performing team What we're looking for
2+ years of engineering management experience and 6+ years of experience building consumer products Experience leading cross-functional teams across frontend and backend Strong technical background in at least one area: mobile, web, or backend Experience with search systems, autocomplete, or intent understanding is a strong plus Proven ability to partner closely with PM/design on product development Passion for building fast, assistive, and AI-powered user experiences Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with high ambiguity and high upside Bachelor's/Master's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, or equivalent experience Relocation Statement
This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model. In-Office Requirement
We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. We’re not always in an office, but we gather for key moments of collaboration and connection. This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times per half and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country. #LI-KK6 #LI-REMOTE Salary and inclusion At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring. We share the base salary range for this position: US-based applicants only. The position is eligible for equity. Final salary is based on location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. US-based salary range: $170,371 — $350,763 USD. Our Commitment to Inclusion Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or medical condition, or any other status protected by applicable laws. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.
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Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully. Location notes: US-based applicants only. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. See PinFlex for more about our working model. What you'll do
Lead a cross-platform team (iOS, Android, Web, Backend) building the core entry points into Search Define and deliver a roadmap for multimodal, context-aware, and assistive search input Build scalable, performant systems for autocomplete, query understanding, and multi-modal search entries Collaborate with PM, Design, ML, and infra teams to create seamless search experiences across surfaces Drive product and infrastructure development with a strong bias toward iteration and speed Hire, grow, and mentor engineers across levels while building a healthy, high-performing team What we're looking for
2+ years of engineering management experience and 6+ years of experience building consumer products Experience leading cross-functional teams across frontend and backend Strong technical background in at least one area: mobile, web, or backend Experience with search systems, autocomplete, or intent understanding is a strong plus Proven ability to partner closely with PM/design on product development Passion for building fast, assistive, and AI-powered user experiences Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with high ambiguity and high upside Bachelor's/Master's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, or equivalent experience Relocation Statement
This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model. In-Office Requirement
We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. We’re not always in an office, but we gather for key moments of collaboration and connection. This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times per half and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country. #LI-KK6 #LI-REMOTE Salary and inclusion At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring. We share the base salary range for this position: US-based applicants only. The position is eligible for equity. Final salary is based on location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. US-based salary range: $170,371 — $350,763 USD. Our Commitment to Inclusion Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or medical condition, or any other status protected by applicable laws. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.
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