Engineering Manager

About the Role

The successful candidate will work closely with a team of approximately 20 engineers, as part of a broader engineering organization of 50+ engineers. This role will involve managing cross-squad dependencies and scaling engineering processes to meet organizational needs. With a focus on technical strategy and execution, you will drive the technical vision and roadmap for the Core Platform, Data Pipelines, DevEx, and DevOps squads.

As a leader in this organization, you will be expected to build a collaborative and inclusive team culture that promotes innovation, quality, and accountability. You will set clear goals and expectations, provide regular feedback, and ensure team alignment with company objectives.

What You Will Do

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and engineering leads across multiple squads, fostering growth and professional development
• Build a collaborative and inclusive team culture that promotes innovation, quality, and accountability
• Set clear goals and expectations, provide regular feedback, and ensure team alignment with company objectives
• Own and refine team processes, ensuring adherence to agile methodologies and facilitating key ceremonies
• Oversee task management in JIRA, ensuring proper prioritization, assignment, and execution of work
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and manage roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
• Drive a culture of accountability for respecting and optimizing team processes
• Drive the technical vision and roadmap for the Core Platform, Data Pipelines, DevEx, and DevOps squads
• Ensure the delivery of robust, high-performance data pipelines, including blockchain integrations, with a focus on scalability and reliability
• Advocate for best practices in software development, DevOps, and developer productivity across all squads
• Occasionally contribute hands-on to solve critical challenges or guide technical direction
• Partner with product managers, engineering managers, and other stakeholders to align platform goals with business priorities

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years working as a backend engineer and 3+ years in a senior leadership role managing multiple teams or squads
• Proven experience managing a team of approximately 15 engineers while being part of a larger 50+ engineer organization with cross-squad dependencies
• Strong technical background in system architecture, data engineering, and infrastructure management
• Proven ability to manage tasks using JIRA, ensuring prioritization, tracking, and alignment with roadmaps
• Experience in defining and managing roadmaps and aligning them with company objectives
• Deep understanding and application of agile methodologies, including Scrum, and a strong track record of driving process improvement
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build and manage high-performing teams
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop creative solutions

Nice to Have

• Experience with blockchain integrations and data pipelines
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS or Azure
• Certification in agile methodologies, such as Scrum Master or Product Owner

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge technology stack and contribute to the development of innovative solutions
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced engineers
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance
• Access to the latest tools and technologies, including JIRA and other agile project management software
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions to the company's success

• Make sure to highlight your experience with agile methodologies, including Scrum, and your ability to drive process improvement in your application and during interviews.
• Emphasize your technical background in system architecture, data engineering, and infrastructure management, and be prepared to provide specific examples of how you've applied these skills in previous roles.
• Showcase your leadership and communication skills by providing examples of how you've built and managed high-performing teams, and how you've effectively communicated technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with JIRA and other agile project management tools, and how you've used these tools to manage tasks and align teams with company objectives.
• Research the company's technology stack and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the development of innovative solutions using these technologies.
• Don't be afraid to ask about the company culture and values during the interview process, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to and thrive in this environment.