Engineering Manager - BMR
First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026.
About IDrive:
IDrive is a leading provider of secure and scalable cloud backup, S3-compatible object storage, and remote access solutions. Trusted by over 5 million users worldwide, we empower individuals and businesses to protect, access, and manage their data with high-performance tools built for speed, reliability, and security.
About the Job:
As a Technical Manager for IDrive BMR (Bare Metal Restore), you will lead the team in advancing our Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery platform, improving backup, recovery, and cloud integration while driving reliability, scalability, and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.
What you will be doing:
Technical oversight & execution:
- Oversee the architecture and development of BMRs core platform (ZFS-based storage, backup orchestration, recovery automation).
- Define and execute the technical roadmap for next-gen BCDR capabilities, including AI-driven insights, smart retention, and hybrid cloud recovery.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver enterprise-grade reliability and seamless user experiences.
Team & project leadership:
- Lead and coordinate multiple engineering teams (Java, Python, C++, and frontend) to ensure timely, high-quality releases.
- Collaborate with the Director of Engineering and Product Owner to align on goals, priorities, and technical direction.
- Oversee the complete product lifecycle from architecture and planning to QA, deployment, and maintenance.
- Drive collaboration across backend, frontend, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure efficient communication and delivery.
Core technologies you'll work with:
- Server OS: Debian 12
- Programming languages: Java, Python, C++, ReactJS
- Storage layer: ZFS
- Virtualization targets: Hyper-V, VMware
- Backup targets: Windows endpoints
- Architecture: Multi-service backend with a web-based management console
Process & collaboration:
- Engineering & Delivery Management: Direct multi-disciplinary engineering teams (15+ engineers) delivering high-performance backup and restore software.
- Agile Execution & Tooling: Drive sprint planning, backlog grooming, and team velocity using JIRA; foster an Agile/Scrum environment to ensure predictable, high-quality deliverables.
- DevOps & Development Environment: Utilize Docker to streamline local development setups and maintain environment consistency across developer workstations. Partner with DevOps teams to oversee build, test, and release strategies.
- Quality & Test Automation: Collaborate with QA leadership to define robust testing strategies, incorporating modern automated testing concepts to increase continuous test coverage.
- Security & System Reliability: Embed application security best practices into the SDLC, focusing on secure data handling, encryption, and system hardening.
What we expect from you:
- 15+ years of software development experience, including 4 to 6 years in technical or engineering management roles.
- Proven track record of leading multiple teams and technical leads, managing 20+ engineers.
- Strong proficiency in Java, Python, C++, and web-based architectures.
- Hands-on understanding of Linux environments (Debian preferred), file systems, and storage technologies (ZFS preferred).
- Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical, and decision-making skills, with the ability to align technical execution with business goals.
Why join us?:
At IDrive, we are creating an environment where innovation thrives, talent is recognized, and people are empowered to grow. We are committed to supporting our team both professionally and personally.
Perks that matter:
- Competitive pay that reflects your experience and contributions.
- Online storage space.
- Flexible work environment.
- Hybrid work model with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Paid time off and holidays to relax and recharge.
- Parental leave for life's important milestones.
Skills
Engineering Management, Java, Python, C++, Linux, Data Backup, Agile, React.js