Engineering Manager | NordLayer

Nord Security; Warszawa; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium healthcare

Work from anywhere

Mentorship programs

Company events & team-building

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Nord Security's NordLayer team is seeking a software engineering leader to own the design, development, deployment and operations of platform features. You will mentor an 8–10 person squad, drive sprint planning, and coordinate across cross-functional teams to deliver milestones.

You will engage with stakeholders, promote best practices in the full SDLC, and help shape hiring and onboarding processes while fostering a high-velocity, collaborative engineering culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years leading a software engineering team.
• Solid software development background with interest in networking.

Responsibilities

• Own design, development, deployment and operations of squad features.
• Set direction, remove roadblocks and enable the team to succeed.
• Lead and grow an Engineering squad of 8–10 specialists with mentorship.
• Lead sprint planning and track squad velocity to hit milestones.
• Develop and execute plans using agile methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional squads and stakeholders.
• Participate in talent hiring and employee lifecycle processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Software engineering

Networking domain understanding

SDLC best practices

Mentoring

Tools

Git

Job description

At NordLayer, we're building cybersecurity that scales with the business.

A toggle-ready platform that helps modern teams thrive- without the security headaches. Trusted by 11,000+ global companies, NordLayer plugs into any tech stack and protects users across borders.

Your impact? Helping businesses stay protected and moving forward with future-ready network security

Key qualities and behaviors of a successful leader at Nord Security

Main Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the design, development, deployment, and operations of the solutions/features your squad engineers develop;

• Team enablement; ensure that your team is setup to succeed. Set clear direction and expectations and proactively eliminate roadblocks;

• Lead and grow an Engineering squad of 8 to 10 specialists, providing guidance, mentorship, and helping them grow (evaluating performance, creating personal development plans, tracking progress, and coaching them along the way);

• Lead sprint planning and squad velocity tracking activities to ensure that product milestones are met;

• Develop and execute plans using agile development methodologies;

• Collaborate with other cross-functional squads;

• Discuss business solutions with stakeholders and other engineers, propose alternatives, or validate existing solutions;

• Contribute to new talent hiring and ensure that employee lifecycle is fully covered (hiring, onboarding, growth, offboarding);

Core Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience leading a team of software engineers;

• Solid software development background, and either experience or a desire to develop an understanding of a networking domain. The team is solving highly complex technical challenges on the intersection of backend development and networking. You're not expected to write the code, but you'll need to understand the logic of the system;

• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations;

• Openness to collaborate and mentor team members, while also sharing practical knowledge and trends;

• Team-spirited, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment;

What We Offer

Innovate with industry leaders

Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world.

Learn & grow

Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company.

Work from anywhere

Recharge with a change of scenery - choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive.

Physical well-being

Fuel your active lifestyle with online workouts led by our Physical Well-Being experts. Unlock a variety of sports and wellness facilities, like gyms, swimming pools, and fitness classes, with the Multisport card.

Mental & emotional health

Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic.

Premium healthcare

Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs.

Joyful moments - special treats

Celebrate life's big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member.

Company events & team-building

Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success.

Workation

Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together.

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