Engineering Manager

canonical; Dubai; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead a team focused on innovative software-defined storage solutions. In this pivotal role, you will guide and mentor a globally distributed team of engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Your expertise in Python and C++, along with your experience in operating scale-out storage clusters, will be instrumental in driving the team's success. Embrace the opportunity to work from home while engaging in global travel to enhance internal and external relationships. If you are passionate about software development and eager to push the boundaries of technology, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience leading software development teams and managing projects.
• Strong background in software engineering with a focus on Python and C++.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team building a Ceph focused software defined storage solution.
• Manage a globally distributed team and advance modern software development practices.

Skills

Python

C++

Agile Development

Coaching and Mentoring

Software Development

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering

Tools

Ceph

Linux

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Agriculture)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

What you'll do

• You will lead a team building a Ceph focused software defined storage solution.
• You will build and manage a globally distributed team of engineers.
• You’ll develop your team through coaching, mentoring and feedback.
• You will demonstrate sound engineering principles by directly contributing toward your team’s goals.
• Set reasonable schedules based on considered estimates, with feedback loops for improvement.
• Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams and external stakeholders.
• Advance modern, agile software development practices.
• Maintain a culture of quality and engineering excellence.
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values.
• Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organisation.
• Work from home with global travel up to 20% for internal and external events.

Who you are

• You have a software engineering background, preferably with Python and C++ experience.
• You have experience operating scale out storage clusters on Linux in production environments, preferably with Ceph.
• You love embracing new technologies and pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
• You love developing and growing people and have a track record of doing it.
• You have an interest in building products that improve how people operate software and infrastructure everywhere.
• You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development.
• You have experience in leading, managing, coaching and mentoring software developers towards delivering timely, high quality software together.
• You have solid experience working in an agile development environment.