High-Impact Engineering Leadership Opportunity

2 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeEngineering Full time $160,000 - $200,000
Senior Engineering Manager Position

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead our Video Platform team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the architecture and execution of Canva's next-gen video rendering stack, building robust infrastructure for high-performance video experiences, and partnering with product and design teams to translate creative needs into platform capabilities.

  • Leading a world-class Video Platform sub-group of ~20 engineers (including staff engineers and Engineering Managers)
  • Driving the architecture and execution of Canva's next-gen video rendering stack across native and web (WASM) platforms
  • Building robust infrastructure for high-performance video experiences across mobile, web, and backend export pipelines
  • Partnering with product and design teams to translate creative needs into platform capabilities used by millions globally
  • Setting the technical vision and building a scalable roadmap for the platform team—including hiring and coaching high-calibre video talent

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience leading platform engineering teams in multimedia, embedded systems, or video rendering domains
  • Deep knowledge of video codecs, rendering pipelines, and cross-platform systems (bonus for WASM and native engine experience)
  • A proven track record managing large engineering orgs (15+), including staff engineers and Engineering Managers, and building high-impact tech orgs
  • Strong stakeholder management experience and the ability to influence technical direction at scale
  • A passion for fostering engineering excellence—mentoring engineers and building systems that scale across millions of users

Benefits:

  • Equity packages
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
  • An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more

What We Offer:

  • Unlimited opportunities for growth and development
  • A collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources
Why You'd Love This Role

This role sits at the intersection of technical excellence and people leadership, managing a mix of ICs and Engineering Managers. We operate in a high-visibility, high-impact and high-speed environment with significant direct user impact, and a successful leader would be someone who thrives in chaotic and rapidly innovative environments.

Key Skills
  • Technical expertise in video rendering, multimedia, and software engineering
  • Leadership experience in platform engineering teams
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
About Us

We're a forward-thinking company that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Our mission is to empower individuals and businesses to create visually stunning content without requiring extensive technical expertise.

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