Overview This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Backend Engineering Team Manager in Europe .
As a Backend Engineering Team Manager, you will lead and inspire a team of backend engineers in a dynamic, remote-first environment. You will play a pivotal role in driving project execution, mentoring engineers, and fostering a collaborative culture focused on innovation and delivery excellence. Working closely with Product and Design teams, you will ensure roadmap commitments are met while guiding technical decision-making and process improvements. This position offers the opportunity to shape the growth and development of a high-performing engineering team while contributing to the evolution of scalable, reliable, and robust backend systems. Your work will directly influence both the technical success and the career growth of your team members.
Accountabilities Lead, mentor, and support a team of backend engineers, fostering professional development and a culture of coaching
Partner with senior leadership to align execution with team vision, strategy, and organizational goals
Oversee project delivery, setting estimates, tracking progress, and resolving blockers to ensure timely execution
Collaborate with Product and Design teams to deliver customer-focused features iteratively
Own recruitment, hiring, and onboarding to strengthen and grow the engineering team
Promote knowledge sharing, documentation, and open communication across a globally distributed team
Contribute to process improvements and the adoption of best practices in a remote-first work environment
Requirements 7+ years of experience in software development, including 2+ years in engineering leadership roles
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
Strong backend development experience (e.g., Ruby, Python) with the ability to provide technical guidance
Experience with databases (PostgreSQL preferred), caching systems (Redis, Memcached), and background processing frameworks (e.g., Sidekiq)
Knowledge of software engineering best practices, testing strategies, and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of scalability, reliability, observability, and security principles
Proven ability to lead teams effectively, resolve blockers, and ensure delivery commitments are met
Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
Confident, detail-oriented, and motivated to contribute to team and organizational growth
Benefits Monthly remote work stipend and initial home office equipment package
Optional home office upgrades or membership to local co-working spaces
25 days of annual leave plus local national holidays, parental leave, and sick leave
Personal development fund for courses, books, and conferences
Virtual Stock Option Plan (VSOP) and annual international team-building trips
Flexible schedule to support work-life balance in a fully remote environment
Opportunities to collaborate with an international, high-performing team
Thank you for your interest!
Backend Engineering Team Manager - Europe in London employer: Jobgether
As a Senior ML Engineer at our innovative healthcare-focused company in the UK, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming clinical environments through cutting-edge technology. We offer a collaborative work culture that fosters creativity and professional growth, alongside competitive benefits and opportunities for continuous learning in the rapidly evolving field of machine learning. Join us to make a meaningful impact on healthcare while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions.
