Remote Engineering Manager

Summary

Join Perry Street Software as an Engineering Manager and lead global teams in Europe and South America to build software powering LGBTQ+ mobile dating apps. As a tech-forward company, we prioritize user privacy and community focus.

Requirements

• Proven track record of leading engineering teams in delivering complex software products
• Strong technical background in one or more of: backend (Ruby, AWS), web (Typescript, React), and mobile (Swift, Kotlin) technologies, or similar
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across different teams and departments
• Strong understanding of engineering processes, software development lifecycle, and modern software architecture patterns
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3+ years in a people management or leadership role

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers by providing guidance, setting performance expectations, and offering career development support
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Product, Design, QA, etc.) to define technical requirements, ensure timely project execution, and deliver high-quality software solutions
• Drive the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable and maintainable systems and services
• Ensure engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing, continuous integration, and deployment
• Manage technical debt, balancing the needs of short-term delivery and long-term system health
• Set the technical direction of projects, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives
• Allocate resources, manage timelines, and ensure engineering projects are delivered within scope and budget
• Advocate for technological innovation while staying informed on the latest trends and advancements
• Foster a positive team culture that values feedback, inclusion, and continuous improvement
• Mentor team members to help individual contributors grow as engineers, architects, and team leads

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• One paid week off at mid-year (PSS Summer Refresh Week)
• Home Office Stipend - purchase furniture for your home setup
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid travel around the world to meet and collaborate with colleagues (previous destinations include: New York City, Barcelona and Berlin)
• Paid volunteer days
• Educational/Tuition Reimbursement