- High level of hands-on technical experience in software development and architecture, web technologies a plus
- Proven track record of leading and scaling product development teams in a business-facing role
- Strong understanding of software delivery methodologies
- Ability to balance developer experience with product needs
- Ability to adapt easily to new environments and technologies in a scaling and rapidly changing environment
- Strong knowledge of modularisation, code sharing and working with a distributed product suite
- Excellent communication skills in English with a strong sense of empathy and a solutions-oriented mindset
- Diverse and internationally distributed team : joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.
- Open communication, regular feedback : as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy makes us better together.
- Remote work, flexible hours : whether you're near or in our hubs in cities like Cologne, Berlin, Amsterdam, London, or prefer the comfort of your own home, you decide where your office is. We offer remote opportunities, flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, all in sync with your team's general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration. Our aim is to integrate your work with your lifestyle, ensuring a balance that respects both your needs and our operational requirements.
- Regular in-person team events : we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.
- Monthly full-day hacking sessions : every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.
- Comprehensive health insurance : your health comes first. With our comprehensive insurance, we'll make sure you're covered from head to toe.
- 30 days of annual leave : we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.
- Annual learning budget : because we never stop learning, we've set up an annual budget for your professional development—pick a learning path which contributes to your career development and we'll back you up.
Engineering Manager - London, United Kingdom - DeepL GmbH
Description
DeepL..
Is Europe's leading AI company since 2017, is dedicated to breaking down language barriers and bringing cultures closer together. Our expertise in AI and neural networks has enabled us to create cutting-edge communication technologies for businesses, including the acclaimed DeepL Translator which offers 30+ languages, and DeepL Write, our AI writing companion. Our core offering includes a suite of products and tools made for businesses to communicate more effectively, both internally and with their customers around the globe.
Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI and build products that help drive better communication, drive connection, and make real-life impact. To do that, we need talented people, like you, who want to be a part of this exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.
What sets us apart
We are committed to innovation and to a nurturing work environment. Founded by developers and researchers, we spend a lot of time actively reviewing the latest trends in generative AI and software engineering. Known for pioneering AI technologies, we dive deep into cutting-edge research to create not only translations, but advanced language solutions. Combining our use of modern technology, comprehensive employee benefits with our open and welcoming work culture is what sets us apart.
When we tell people about DeepL as an employer, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. Maybe it's because of the products that have helped countless people worldwide, or maybe it's because of our shared goal of improving communication for individuals and businesses worldwide. What we're certain of is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team committed to innovation and the well-being of its employees.
Meet the teams behind this journey
Two exciting opportunities for Engineering Manager roles are open within our Integration and TACO (Activation & Continuous Onboarding) Teams.
The Integrations team embeds the power of DeepL across all business workflows to enable a faster, more efficient way of working for our customers. This is done through browser extensions, native integrations with MS Office and many others.
The TACO team's mission is to guide users to unlock the full potential of DeepL and make the most of their DeepL subscription. They provide users with helpful onboarding content in multiple languages, while considering accessibility and SEO, and ensuring they gather user feedback to iterate and improve our onboarding journeys.
Both teams are cross-functional and combine the expertise of web & full stack engineers, QA, product design, product marketing, UX, as well as an engineering and a product manager.
Your responsibilities
The core purpose of the Engineering Manager role is to develop a product engineering team to an autonomous, high performing stage:
Delivery & Excellence: Collaborating with key stakeholders, represent the team's engineering perspective on the feasibility, cost-effectiveness, scalability, and time-to-market aspects of new or existing services and products. Ensure timely delivery of new features, maintain existing ones, and establish high engineering excellence metrics. Actively contribute to resolving technical issues and challenges by participating in code reviews, system design discussions, and occasionally engaging in hands-on coding to support team members.
People Leadership: Inspire, develop, recruit, and motivate a cross-functional engineering team. Conduct regular 1:1s with team members, set individual development or improvement plans, and foster a healthy, non-retaliatory feedback culture within the team.
Team Management: As a collaborative partner with a member of the Product Management team, jointly oversee the team's strategy, quarterly goals, and business-technical metrics. Ensure the team's development process methodology is optimal, actively participate in building and maintaining the technical roadmap, and take ownership of technical incident management. Dedicate time and resources to quality efforts, maintain a current knowledge base and documentation for the team's services and artifacts, and coordinate resource planning in collaboration with the Senior Engineering Manager and Craft Leads as needed.
Manage growth: You derive satisfaction from navigating change and collaboratively discovering innovative solutions with your team and various stakeholders within a dynamic and evolving environment.
Strategic Leadership: Responsibility includes guiding the strategic direction of the team's engagements and collaborating with stakeholders. Not directly involved in software delivery, the role necessitates a profound understanding of technical architecture, potential challenges, and aligning the team's work with broader organizational goals.
Qualities we look for
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