Software Engineering Manager, Web

At Sanity.io , we’re building the future of AI-powered Content Operations. Our AI Content Operating System gives teams the freedom to model, create, and automate content the way their business works, accelerating digital development and supercharging content operations efficiency. Companies like SKIMS , Figma , Riot Games , Anthropic , COMPLEX , Nordstrom , Arc’teryx, and Morningbrew are using Sanity to power and automate their content operations. In this role, you’ll own the web experience as a product at Sanity. You’ll lead a team of engineers while also scoping projects, driving the roadmap, and partnering cross‑functionally to deliver high‑impact initiatives. You’ll play a key role in shifting the web team from reactive execution to proactive innovation, leveraging AI to redefine how modern web experiences are built and optimized. Do you love variety? If switching between leading your team, defining the roadmap, launching experiments, and building high‑impact features sounds like the perfect week, this role is for you. What you will do: Lead and develop the web team: manage and mentor a team of 2+ engineers, foster a high‑performing culture, and ensure strong execution across projects Own the web roadmap: define priorities, scope projects, and drive delivery aligned with company growth goals Transform web into a product: shift the team from reactive support to proactive opportunity identification and innovation Drive AI-native web experiences: leverage Sanity’s platform and emerging AI tools to build scalable, personalized, and dynamic web experiences Partner cross‑functionally: work closely with marketing, design, and product teams to deliver cohesive and impactful initiatives Lead experimentation and optimization: run A/B tests, iterate on user journeys, and continuously improve conversion and engagement Own web performance and metrics: be accountable for key KPIs such as conversion rates, engagement, and traffic quality, and build systems to track and optimize them Balance leadership and hands‑on work: contribute technically where needed while guiding the team and ensuring delivery About you: Based in: San Francisco (preferably) or London alternatively 8+ years of experience in web engineering, with 1–3+ years in a leadership or team lead role Strong technical background in modern web development (frontend or full‑stack) Experience owning or contributing to high‑impact marketing or product websites Product mindset: comfortable defining problems, prioritizing work, and driving outcomes—not just executing tasks Experience working cross‑functionally with marketing, design, and product teams Familiarity with experimentation, analytics, and growth optimization Interest or experience in applying AI tools and workflows to web development and content Strong communication skills and ability to align stakeholders across functions What set you apart: Experience turning a website into a measurable growth engine Strong point of view on how AI will transform web experiences and content operations Experience with personalization, experimentation platforms, or data‑driven optimization Background working in fast‑moving, ambiguous environments where you helped define direction Experience with headless CMS platforms, content infrastructure, or developer tools Track record of improving key business metrics through web initiatives What we can offer: A highly‑skilled, inspiring, and supportive team Positive, flexible, and trust‑based work environment that encourages long‑term professional and personal growth A global, multi‑culturally diverse group of colleagues and customers Comprehensive health plans and perks A healthy work‑life balance that accommodates individual and family needs Competitive stock options program and location‑based salary Sanity.io pledges to be an organization that reflects the globally diverse audience that our product serves. We believe that in addition to hiring the best talent, a diversity of perspectives, ideas, and cultures leads to the creation of better products and services. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sanity CMS