Engineering Manager - AI dubbing and Localisation

Summary

Join Synthesia, a leading AI video generation platform, as an Engineering Manager and lead the delivery of complex engineering projects. You will break down projects into manageable stages, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. This full-time, permanent role offers remote work options in the UK/Europe or hybrid work from London, Copenhagen, or Munich. The base salary starts at £120,000 (or local equivalent) and includes stock options. You will also be responsible for scaling the team, monitoring performance, and fostering a collaborative environment. Synthesia values ownership, focusing on outcomes, fun, and simplicity.

Requirements

• Proven experience in leading engineering teams and delivering large-scale projects with predictable outcomes, ideally 2+ years
• Strong understanding of engineering levels and experience in scaling teams effectively
• Proven ability to track performance and helping every team member improve output and achieve career goals
• Excellent communication skills, with experience in handling difficult conversations and resolving conflicts constructively
• Relevant engineering background for a team building an enterprise-grade SaaS product delivering AI-powered video generation; billing systems, experimentation platforms, video delivery systems, and so on
• Be an owner
• Focus on outcomes over inputs and plans
• Make the journey fun
• Default to simple

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex engineering projects, breaking them down into manageable stages with predictable timelines
• Make informed decisions on trade-offs and effectively communicate these to stakeholders
• Challenge and support senior engineers to achieve technical excellence
• Understand engineering leveling and scale the team by identifying and filling skill gaps
• Collaborate with recruiting to attract and retain top talent, ensuring the team structure supports current and future business needs
• Monitor team performance proactively, identifying and addressing issues promptly
• Develop strategies to retain top performers through growth opportunities and recognition
• Navigate difficult conversations with clarity and empathy, especially when working with senior team members
• Resolve disagreements by focusing on solutions that align with business goals and foster a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• Base salary range starts at £120,000 (or a local equivalent)
• Stock options
• You can work remotely in UK/Europe or hybrid from one of our hubs in London, Copenhagen, or Munich