Engineering Manager

Summary

The job is for an Engineering Manager at Finch, a profitable mental health startup that aims to build a world-class engineering team to deliver a delightful self-care app. The role involves leading a team of senior product engineers and working closely with the founders.

Requirements

• You have 8+ years of experience in engineering, including 3+ years in a leadership role managing teams and delivering consumer products
• You have a strong technical background, with experience in mobile and/or full-stack development, and a deep understanding of engineering best practices
• You possess excellent communication skills and can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, design, and leadership
• You are a strong advocate for both the user experience and the developer experience, balancing the needs of the business with the technical realities of the team
• You have a track record of building high-performing teams, fostering a culture of growth, inclusivity, and accountability
• You are data-driven and have experience with A/B testing and making decisions based on both quantitative and qualitative data
• You can navigate and lead through ambiguity, setting clear goals and priorities for your team
• You have a passion for mental health, wellness, or gaming and are excited about the opportunity to build products that make a meaningful impact on people’s lives

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of product engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance, and continuous improvement
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, ensuring high-quality engineering practices and scalable solutions
• Work closely with product, design, and other cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business goals and deliver impactful product features
• Be hands-on with coding and technical tasks as needed, helping the team execute work efficiently and effectively, especially during critical project phases
• Drive the team to iterate rapidly on new product ideas, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making and technical rigor
• Advocate for the team’s needs, provide career development support, and create an inclusive environment where every engineer feels valued and heard
• Establish and evolve engineering processes, tools, and frameworks that enhance team productivity and product quality
• Identify and address technical debt, improving codebases and system architectures to ensure long-term maintainability and performance
• Be a strategic thought partner in defining the long-term vision and technical roadmap of the company’s product and engineering capabilities
• Lead by example, participating in code reviews, architecture discussions, and contributing to the overall technical direction of the team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Flutter development
• Familiarity with mental health or wellness products
• Experience in a fast-growing startup environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth on a mission-driven team
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that values innovation and creativity