Remote Engineering Manager

Summary

Join Plentific, a leading real-time property solution company, as an experienced Engineer Manager to lead a highly technical team of engineers and drive quality throughout. The role involves team leadership, technical strategy, resource planning, stakeholder engagement, and skills development.

Requirements

• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in software development
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages and familiarity with modern software development frameworks and tools
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams of diverse backgrounds and skill levels
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a track record of resolving technical challenges and mitigating project risks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager, leading teams of 15+ engineers in a fast-paced software development environment
• Coaching or mentorship experience, with a passion for supporting the professional growth and development of team members

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, including coaching, guidance, and support, to a diverse team of engineers across multiple disciplines
• Set clear goals and expectations for individual team members, aligning them with the company's objectives and key results (OKRs)
• Drive the implementation of performance management processes encompassing regular performance evaluations, feedback sessions, performance improvement plans as needed, and facilitate career development discussions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product management, design, and data) to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Help to drive the execution of projects and initiatives ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products
• Implement and promote engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes to maintain high standards of software development
• Champion the adoption of modern engineering methodologies and technologies to drive efficiency and innovation within the team
• Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate their impact on project timelines, ensuring timely delivery of initiatives
• Manage resource allocation, capacity planning, and recruitment efforts to ensure adequate staffing levels and a balanced skill set within the engineering team
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement talent acquisition strategies for attracting top engineering talent at different seniority levels
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development, providing opportunities for skill enhancement and promoting a growth mindset within the team
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, risks, and mitigation plans
• Act as a technical advisor, leveraging your expertise to support decision-making processes and influence the growth and development of the engineering team

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package
• Company laptop
• Remote working
• Flexible working environment including the option to work abroad
• Learning management system powered by Udemy