Software Engineering Manager, PLG

Engine is transforming business travel into a more personalized and rewarding experience. They are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Product-Led Growth team, focusing on customer activation and engagement across their travel marketplace. The role involves managing a high-performing engineering team and driving efficiency through agile methodologies and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a high-performing engineering team by fostering a culture of technical excellence, extreme ownership, and rapid execution
• Manage the end-to-end development lifecycle of engineering projects by pioneering AI-driven practices that accelerate quality and delivery
• Drive efficiency through agile methodologies and engineering best practices, leveraging intelligent automation and advanced workflows to redefine the ceiling for team velocity
• Act as the bridge between engineering and other teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities
• Champion a customer-obsessed engineering culture by building data-driven, consumer-grade solutions that anticipate traveler needs

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a management role
• Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects
• Exceptional leadership with a focus on driving high-velocity results and a culture of performance
• Decisive problem-solver who leverages an AI-first mindset to manage complex priorities and streamline communication
• Proven technical foundation in some or all of our core stack—Node.js, Ruby on Rails, React, AWS (Lambda/Terraform), and Datadog
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred), or equivalent professional experience
• Deep understanding of agile software development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
• A strategic and results-driven approach to engineering and team leadership
• Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset