Engineering Team Leader

Remote; United Kingdom; Remote; USD 73,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Team Leader to manage a small product team of engineers. This role focuses on enhancing team dynamics, driving product development, and fostering a positive work environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the ideal candidate will inspire team members while ensuring efficient processes. Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote position, allowing you to balance work and life effectively. Join a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and expertise, and help shape the future of global employment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Budget for Local Social Events

Co-working Space Budget

Qualifications

• Experience managing engineering teams of 2+ members.
• Strong backend development skills, especially in Elixir/Phoenix.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small product team and foster team dynamics.
• Participate in product development and hiring processes.

Skills

Elixir

Phoenix Framework

Team Management

Organizational Skills

Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy

Job description

Remote is solving global remote organizations’ biggest challenge: employing anyone anywhere compliantly. We make it possible for businesses big and small to employ a global team by handling global payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance. Check out remote.com/how-it-works to learn more or if you’re interested in adding to the mission, scroll down to apply now.

Not only do we encourage folks from all ethnic groups, genders, sexuality, age, abilities, disability status, and any other under-represented group to apply, but we prioritize a sense of belonging. We have 4 ERGs (Women, Disability, Queer, Minorities in Tech) who meet regularly with the People team. During your interviews and beyond, we ask & encourage anyone who needs an accommodation to request one from their recruiter.

At Remote, we embrace AI as a valuable tool while prioritizing human creativity and authenticity. We look forward to meeting candidates who balance innovation with genuine expertise and experience. To learn more about Remote's AI guidelines, see here.

All of our positions are fully remote. You do not have to relocate to join us!

The Position

A Team Leader is responsible for all the work of a team and the spokesperson for everyone in it. They are expected to manage team dynamics and always bring out the best in everyone. A team leader is not expected to be the best in a team but rather help others become the best version they can be and guide the team towards optimized execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage a small product team of 3-5 engineers (backend and frontend).
2. Spend approximately 30% of their time on management tasks. Actively participate in product development within their team outside of management duties.
3. Participate in hiring processes for their team and potentially assist peers.
4. Handle onboarding of new engineers.
5. Manage team dynamics and foster a positive environment, bringing out the best in team members.
6. Provide continuous, constructive feedback.
7. Support the team’s ongoing growth and be responsible for each direct report’s career development.
8. Provide guidance and coaching to team members.

Requirements

1. Managed an engineering team of at least 2 people.
2. Extensive experience with Backend development, specifically Elixir/Phoenix.
3. Commitment to promoting Remote's values within the team and organization.
4. Solid knowledge of engineering principles and best practices.
5. Proven organizational skills with attention to detail.
6. Focus on efficient processes with a people-first approach.
7. Ability to inspire others and instill confidence.
8. Good understanding of team dynamics.
9. Ambitious and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Practicals

1. Report to: Engineering Manager
2. Location: Anywhere in the world
3. Start date: As soon as possible

Remote Compensation Philosophy

Remote’s Total Rewards philosophy ensures fair, unbiased compensation and competitive benefits across all locations. We pay above in-location rates to avoid exploitative practices and support global talent-hiring, bringing wealth to developing countries.

The salary range for this full-time position is USD 73,150 to USD 164,600, determined by role, level, and location. The actual salary will depend on various factors including skills, experience, and market conditions. The range may be updated.

Our benefits are detailed at remote.com/r/benefits. Some benefits include a budget for local social events or co-working spaces.

How you’ll plan your day (and life)

We work asynchronously, allowing you to plan your schedule around your life, not meetings. Read more at remote.com/async.

You will be empowered to take ownership and be proactive, with a focus on work-life balance, encouraging you to prioritize yourself and your family.

If this sounds appealing, apply now!

How to apply

• Fill out the form below and upload your CV in PDF format.
• Please submit your application and CV in English, our standard language.
• If you lack an updated CV but are interested, include your LinkedIn profile instead.

We will ask you to voluntarily disclose your pronouns and offer an anonymous demographic questionnaire to help us promote diversity. Your participation is optional.

At Remote, we embrace AI as a valuable tool while prioritizing human creativity and authenticity. To learn more about Remote's AI guidelines, see here.