How does a global company like Pagerduty successfully manage its engineering department?

How do engineering leaders integrate frameworks to build agility and accountability in their teams? 

Join us in this episode of SKIPP's "Building Remote Tech Teams" as we welcome Manu, an engineering leader at Pagerduty, to explore the intricacies of managing remote tech teams. Manu shares his firsthand experiences and insights on navigating the complexities of remote team management. Learn about the innovative approaches to hiring, onboarding, and sustaining a vibrant company culture in a digital workspace. Manu also discusses the challenges of integrating diverse global talent, the dynamics of flexible work models, and how Pagerduty is leveraging generative AI to enhance its operations. This episode is not just about understanding remote work dynamics; it's about mastering them."

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction and the impact of remote work on internal communications

00:01:09 - Welcome to Manu and overview of "Building Remote Tech Teams"

00:04:04 - Overview of Pagerduty and Manu's role

00:07:59 - Discussion on team dynamics and remote team management

00:10:00 - Strategies for onboarding and integrating remote employees

00:17:13 - Adapting recruitment for diverse, global talent and checking for flexibility

00:24:00 - Exploring hybrid vs fully remote models at Pagerduty

00:25:50 - Integration of generative AI in Pagerduty's operations

00:32:05 - Balancing flexibility with structure in remote teams

00:36:09 - Conclusion and where to find Manu online

Manu's Links:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manudath/

Pagerduty - https://www.pagerduty.com/

Book Manu for a mentorship: https://www.platohq.com/@manu-gurudatha-1422155961

Skipp's Links:

Website: https://www.skipp.dev/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skippdev/

Connect with James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lawrence-makegrowthhappen/

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