Engineering Manager I

TomTom; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TomTom is looking for an Engineering Manager I to join the PE Navigation team within Product Engineering in Amsterdam. You will lead and mentor software engineers, manage the software development lifecycle, and collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software development and at least 1 year in a management role. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Join us in accelerating innovation and excellence in software development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 1 year in a management role.
• Strong technical background in software engineering, with expertise in at least one high-level programming language.
• Proven track record of successfully leading software development teams and delivering projects on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers.
• Manage the full software development lifecycle.
• Identify risks and dependencies early in the development process.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders.

Skills

Software development

Team leadership

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Job description

Join TomTom as an Engineering Manager I in the PE Navigation team within Product Engineering.

What you’ll do

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, providing guidance, support, and coaching to foster professional growth and development.
• Manage the full software development lifecycle, from planning and design through implementation, testing, and deployment, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Identify risks and dependencies early in the development process and work proactively to mitigate them, ensuring smooth project execution and on-time delivery.
• Work closely with other engineers to define technical strategies, standards, and best practices for your team.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, software engineers, engineering managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, prioritize tasks, and deliver solutions that meet customer needs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the team, promoting innovation, efficiency, and excellence in software development practices.

What you’ll bring

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 1 year in a management role.
• Strong technical background in software engineering, with expertise in at least one high-level programming language such as Kotlin, Swift, C++, Java, or Python.
• Proven track record of successfully leading software development teams and delivering projects on schedule.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement.

Why TomTom

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