Engineering manager

About the role

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and mentor a team of engineers, drive technical excellence, and deliver high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership skills to guide teams in building scalable, reliable, and efficient systems aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers through coaching, feedback, and career development

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Plan, prioritize, and manage engineering projects to ensure timely delivery

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Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements

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Drive architectural decisions and ensure best practices in design, coding, and testing

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Maintain high standards for code quality, performance, and security

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Manage team performance, including hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews

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Identify and resolve technical and organizational challenges

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Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement

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Ensure effective communication across teams and leadership

Required Qualifications

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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

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5+ years of software development experience

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2+ years of experience managing or leading engineering teams

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Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.)

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Experience with system design, architecture, and scalable applications

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Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Key Skills

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Leadership & team management

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Strategic thinking

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Technical expertise

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Decision-making

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Stakeholder management

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Conflict resolution

KPIs / Success Metrics

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Team productivity and delivery timelines

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Code quality and system reliability

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Employee engagement and retention

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Successful project execution

See the posting on Lever Test's site