Engineering Manager (Software)

Summary
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead engineering teams responsible for project and product delivery. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for guiding technical execution, ensuring the team is aligned with project goals, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. This role will focus on both people management and technical leadership, helping to balance team growth with delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team by setting clear goals, providing continuous feedback, and facilitating career development.
• Create an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and personal growth, ensuring team members are motivated and productive.
• Manage resource allocation to ensure engineering projects are adequately staffed and aligned with business priorities.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and identify opportunities for professional development for team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability and ownership by empowering team members to take responsibility for their work.

Project & Technical Leadership

• Oversee the technical execution of engineering projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within scope.
• Work closely with Product Managers and other cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business objectives and product requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team, helping solve complex problems and ensure technical excellence in code quality, performance, and scalability.
• Drive continuous improvements in development processes, tools, and methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum) to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Review and approve engineering designs, code, and architectural decisions, ensuring alignment with company goals and standards.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Communication

• Collaborate with the CTO and other senior leadership to define and execute the technical vision and strategy.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across departments (e.g., Product, Operations, Sales) to understand requirements and ensure timely delivery of technical solutions.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and other teams to address dependencies, resolve conflicts, and ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications:
•Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
•5+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role.

• Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Strong technical background with experience in building and maintaining scalable, high-performance systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and align cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies and hands-on experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).
• Familiarity with relevant software development technologies (e.g., Python, JavaScript, cloud platforms, containerization) and software engineering best practices.

Preferred

• Experience in on-premises deployment, distributed systems, or DevOps/SRE workflows.
• Familiarity with security, reliability, and performance-focused engineering practices.
• Experience collaborating with Product and Customer stakeholders in B2B or SaaS environments.