Key skills
Backend developmentAgile software developmentSaaS technologiesCoachingProject managementmentorshipCommunication skillsPHPJavaPythonMySQLTerraformAWSMicro-service architectureServerless architectureAmazon Web ServicesServerlessSaaSAgileLeadershipProject ManagementCommunicationTime ManagementCollaborationPresentation Skills
About this role
Cloudbeds is a company transforming hospitality through an intelligent software platform that serves properties globally. They are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a remote team of Software Engineers, optimizing performance and delivering high-impact solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a high-performing, agile software team in a rapidly growing, global organization
- Be a hands-on manager and be able to contribute to the codebase. Actively participate in coding and development tasks, contributing your expertise and technical skills to ensure the successful implementation of software solutions. Lead by example and be a role model for the team
- Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and maintainable code. Work closely with the team to identify and address technical challenges and ensure high-quality deliverables
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment. Promote effective communication, knowledge sharing, and cross-team collaboration to facilitate the successful execution of projects
- Set performance expectations and conduct regular performance evaluations for team members. Provide feedback, coaching, and mentorship to support their growth and development
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and efficiency improvements within the software development lifecycle. Implement best practices and establish scalable processes to enhance team productivity
- Partner closely with engineering, product, and leadership to facilitate project delivery
Requirements:
- 7+ years of backend development experience (e.g. PHP or Java)
- 2 + years of experience managing remote, international backend engineers
- A passion for delivering value to customers via agile software development
- Excellent knowledge of SaaS software technologies, best practices, and design patterns
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Excellent time management, prioritization, and decision-making skills driving high-impact, rapid, and iterative change in a fast-moving environment
- Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills
- Experience with coaching and mentorship to elevate team performance
- BS or MS in computer science or a related technical field
- Knowledge of Python, MySQL, Terraform
- Experience programming or supporting applications in Amazon Web Services
- Experience with service-oriented, micro-service, or serverless architectures