Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Manager to lead and scale multiple teams (2–4 teams) in alignment with long-term strategic goals of our client. This role is critical in driving technical direction, improving team effectiveness, and delivering high-impact initiatives across departments. You will be responsible for coaching Team Leads, partnering with Product and Engineering stakeholders, and building an environment where teams consistently thrive.

You Have

• 5+ years of proven experience as an Engineering Manager or in a similar leadership role in a technical environment
• Strong background in software engineering with system architecture understanding.
• Strong Python proficiency, enabling meaningful code-level guidance and performance support for the team (though hands-on coding isn't a core part of the role).
• Ability to manage multiple teams or projects simultaneously. - Hands-on familiarity with logging, monitoring, QA, and deployment practices.
• Deep experience in mentoring, team-building, and performance management. - Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) and how they impact engineering workflows.
• Ability to guide the team in evaluating and adopting these tools effectively.
• Ukrainian language – native proficiency.

You Are Going To

• Lead and scale 2–4 cross-functional engineering teams, typically including Backend, Frontend, and QA specialists
• Coach and mentor Team Leads and senior engineers, fostering a culture of high performance
• Ensure strategic alignment and delivery of technical initiatives.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to prioritize initiatives and deliver value.
• Drive professional growth, system understanding, and cross-team improvements.
• Oversee planning, estimation, and delivery timelines.
• Act as a communication bridge between teams, stakeholders, and leadership.