Software Engineering Manager, Tech Lead

Summary

Join Wellhub, a corporate wellness platform, as a Software Engineering Manager in Portugal! Contribute to building the next generation of AI-powered solutions focusing on generative AI, RAG, and API integrations. This role requires expertise in managing software engineering teams and experience with relevant technologies. Successful candidates will be passionate, avid learners, and comfortable working on projects with evolving scopes. Wellhub offers a comprehensive benefits package including flexible work options, paid time off, parental leave, and wellness resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field
• Expertise in managing or technically leading a software engineering team
• Knowledge of retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and related technologies
• Strong skills in programming languages such as Python, or Go, or Java
• Experienced in working with SQL/NoSQL technologies (e.g., OpenSearch, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL) understanding common use cases and performance pitfalls
• Experience with API development and integration
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Able to work efficiently on high scalable and distributed projects
• Proven experience with projects where the scope is not clearly defined
• Faster learner, easily adapting to new technologies quickly and efficiently
• Passionate and proven experience to build reliable minimum viable products and pilots in a short amount of time

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement generative AI based applications
• Work with large language models (LLMs) to create innovative applications and solutions
• Conduct research to stay updated with the latest advancements in generative AI
• Develop and optimize RAG systems to enhance the performance and accuracy of AI models
• Implement robust data retrieval mechanisms to support RAG frameworks
• Collaborate with data engineers to ensure seamless integration of data pipelines
• Design and develop APIs to interface with various AI models and services
• Ensure APIs are secure, scalable, and performant
• Ensure seamless integration of our AI applications with other software systems, enhancing interoperability and functionality
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other engineers
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers
• Communicate technical concepts and project progress effectively to non-technical stakeholders
• Live the mission: inspire and empower others by genuinely caring for your own wellbeing and your colleagues. Bring wellbeing to the forefront of work, and create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable taking care of themselves, taking time off, and finding work-life balance

Preferred Qualifications

Talented software engineers, of any area, who would like to shift their career to invest in AI are welcome to apply if they are a match to some of the qualifications and preferred qualifications listed below. Such candidates must be avid learners and be prepared to learn fast

Benefits

• Access digital fitness programs, and online wellness resources for meditation, nutrition, mental health support, and more. You will receive the Gold plan at no cost, and other premium plans will be significantly discounted
• Additional fitness subsidy to access onsite gyms and fitness studios
• At Wellhub, flexibility fosters a happier, healthier, and more productive work environment for everyone. As a Flexible First company, we offer two work model options: flexible hybrid and full remote, and make the office a place for collaboration, community, and team building. The model for this role can be discussed with your recruiter and hiring manager. We offer all employees a home office stipend and a monthly flexible work allowance to help cover the costs of working from home
• We understand that together, Wellhubbers and their leaders can make the best decisions for their own individual scopes. This includes flexibility to adjust their working hours based on their personal schedule, time zone, and business needs
• Employees receive a minimum of 25 days paid holiday per year with an additional day for each year of tenure (up to 5) in addition to annual holidays (including an extra holiday on your birthday!)
• We offer 100% paid parental leave to all new parents and extended maternity leave
• Outstanding opportunities for personal and career growth. That means we maintain a growth mindset in everything we do and invest deeply in employee development
• An exciting and supportive environment filled with passionate individuals from all over the world! You’ll partner with global colleagues and share in the success of a high-growth technology company disrupting the health and wellness space. Our value-based culture of trust, flexibility, and integrity makes this possible every day