Engineering Manager
Engine is the modern travel platform for booking and managing work trips. It saves businesses time and money through an intuitive travel network that connects to nearly every hotel, airline, and car rental company in the U.S. It offers single invoice billing, the flexibility to modify trips at any time without sunk costs, and a unified view of all company travel and spend. Customers rely on Engine to not only make travel easier to manage, but to make it enjoyable for everyone involved. The company is backed by Telescope Partners, Blackstone, Elefund and Permira. Learn more at www.engine.com.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Engineer Manager to lead and grow our engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, technical expertise, and excellent communication skills. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for overseeing the engineering department's day-to-day operations, driving the successful delivery of projects, and ensuring continuous improvement within the team. This position is integral to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where engineers can thrive while achieving company objectives.
Your Mission:
As part of the Engine team, you’ll play a vital role in an environment where innovation meets collaboration. Here’s what you’ll take charge of:
- Lead a high-performing engineering team by driving collaboration, growth, and accountability. Set clear goals, provide strategic direction, and develop talent to ensure long-term success.
- Manage the end-to-end development lifecycle of engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and technical excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to align technical initiatives with business objectives while maintaining high standards for quality, security, and scalability.
- Drive efficiency through agile methodologies and engineering best practices, continuously refining workflows, tools, and processes. Use key performance metrics to measure success and optimize team productivity.
- Act as the bridge between engineering and other teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities. Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for business stakeholders and leadership.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, integrating innovative solutions that enhance product development and business growth. Advocate for new tools and strategies that drive efficiency, scalability, and long-term technical success.
What You’ll Bring to Engine:
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to make an impact and grow alongside us:
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 2 years in a management role. Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
- Skills: Strong leadership and team-building abilities with a focus on driving performance and results. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Tech-Savvy: Strong technical foundation with expertise in at least one of TypeScript/Node.js, Java/Kotlin, or Ruby on Rails, plus experience working with AWS and Datadog.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Mindset: 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.
The Engine Edge: Perks & Compensation
We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:
- Compensation: Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with opportunities for bonuses, commissions, and equity.
- Benefits: Check out our full list at engine.com/culture.
Environments for Success: Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we’ll make sure you have what you need to succeed.
Ready to Build the Future of Work Travel?
Join us on our mission to transform how work travel works—for businesses, for travelers, and for the industry. Apply now and let’s make travel simpler, smarter, and more enjoyable—together.
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