Engineering Manager

European Tech Recruit; Donostia/San Sebastián; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

European Tech Recruit is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a first-line engineering team focused on Data Science and AI, including ML/PCV and Generative AI systems. You will guide project delivery, manage client relationships, and oversee technical direction for multiple high-profile projects.

The role requires a Master's in a relevant field and at least 5 years in tech leadership, with strong Python, Docker, and Git skills, plus fluency in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of industry experience.
• 2+ years of experience managing technical projects and leading engineering teams.
• 3+ years hands-on DS/Generative AI/Computer Vision/Software Eng outside academia.
• Experience designing, deploying ML/AI systems to cloud production.
• Experience with LLMs fine-tuning or pruning methods.
• Strong Python, Docker, and Git skills.
• Familiarity with GitHub or GitLab workflows.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead an international team of engineers to deliver innovative technical solutions.
• Oversee technical direction of complex projects with clear objectives and deliverables.
• Manage projects from planning through completion with defined timelines and resources.
• Create detailed project plans covering timelines, resources, and risks.
• Identify risks and implement contingency plans to minimise disruption.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a diverse engineering team.
• Track performance and ensure high-quality delivery of solutions.
• Maintain project documentation and provide status reports.
• Communicate progress to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Coordinate with other PMs and technical leaders across projects.
• Understand client objectives and align solutions with business needs.
• Contribute to wider technology strategy with technical insights.

Skills

Python

Leadership

Communication

Agile methodologies

Project management

Client engagement

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / Physics / Engineering

Tools

Docker

Git

GitHub workflows

GitLab workflows

Job description

We are looking for an experienced first-line Engineering Manager with a strong technical background in Data Science or Artificial Intelligence to join a team working with advanced quantum and AI technologies.

In this position, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning, computer vision, and Generative AI systems into production environments. You will also collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate these solutions into existing products.

This role centres on managing a small team of Engineers, customer relationships and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead an international team of engineers in developing and delivering innovative technical solutions to complex industry challenges for high-profile clients.
• Oversee the technical direction of complex projects, defining appropriate solutions and ensuring high standards across technologies and methodologies.
• Manage technical projects from initial planning through to completion, establishing clear objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Create detailed project plans covering timelines, resource requirements, and risk assessments.
• Identify potential project risks and implement contingency plans to minimise disruption and maintain progress.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to a diverse engineering team, encouraging collaboration and a results-oriented working environment.
• Track project performance and take proactive steps to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Maintain project documentation, monitor progress, and provide regular status reports, ensuring documentation remains accurate and effective.
• Establish clear communication with stakeholders, engineering teams, and senior leadership regarding project progress, milestones, and potential challenges.
• Work closely with other project managers and technical leaders to coordinate activities and initiatives across multiple projects.
• Understand client objectives and contribute to the development and implementation of solutions aligned with their business requirements.
• Support the wider technology strategy by providing technical expertise and insights into client needs and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline, alongside at least 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience successfully managing technical projects and leading engineering teams within a technology-focused organisation.
• At least 3 years of hands-on industry experience in Data Science, Generative AI, Deep Learning (including Computer Vision or LLMs), or Software Engineering outside an academic environment.
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and implementing ML/AI systems, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Agentic AI solutions, with deployment into cloud-based production environments.
• Practical experience working with Large Language Models, including fine-tuning and alignment techniques for task-specific applications, or pruning and other model compression methods.
• Strong proficiency in Python, Docker, and Git.
• Experience using GitHub or GitLab workflows and associated functionality.
• Good understanding of Agile software development methodologies and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to guide, motivate, and manage cross-functional engineering teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and maintain effective client engagement.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
• Full professional fluency in both Spanish and English.

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