Engineering Manager

Fanatics Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 144,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GymPass

Pet Insurance

Family Care Benefits

401K

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Fanatics Inc. is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead teams building scalable backend services and APIs in a fast-paced environment. You will guide architecture, drive delivery, and work with product and frontend teams to ship high-performance software that powers customer experiences.

You will own on-call rotations, champion code quality, and mentor engineers while advancing tech direction and implementing DevOps practices. Occasional travel to NYC-area sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong experience with backend systems development, including experience with Java (Spring Framework preferred).
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Proven experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling, indexing, and caching strategies.
• Extensive experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, ownership-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience leading and motivating teams to success.
• A Bachelor’s degree, or professional certification, or a combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams to design, develop, test, document, and deploy backend services and APIs.
• Own the on-call rotation for your teams, troubleshooting and resolving production issues efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and other backend teams to ensure timely delivery of features and improvements.
• Champion code quality by conducting and participating in code reviews and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Drive architecture discussions, sprint planning, and process improvements to enhance team productivity and system reliability.
• Develop a deep understanding of the platform's systems, architecture, and evolving customer needs.
• Stay up to date with advancements in backend technologies and industry best practices, continuously improving engineering practices.
• Be open to occasional travel for team-building, collaboration, and industry events.

Skills

Leadership

Backend development

Java (Spring)

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Database design

Agile/SCRUM

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

DevOps workflows

Job description

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead and guide teams in the design, development, and maintenance of backend systems that drive seamless customer experiences. You will oversee the creation of scalable services and APIs while working closely with senior engineers and cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, high-performance software solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to bring technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for backend and frontend systems in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in driving technical direction, innovation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams to design, develop, test, document, and deploy backend services and APIs.
• Own the on-call rotation for your teams, troubleshooting and resolving production issues efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and other backend teams to ensure timely delivery of features and improvements.
• Champion code quality by conducting and participating in code reviews and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Drive architecture discussions, sprint planning, and process improvements to enhance team productivity and system reliability.
• Develop a deep understanding of the platform's systems, architecture, and evolving customer needs.
• Stay up to date with advancements in backend technologies and industry best practices, continuously improving engineering practices.
• Be open to occasional travel for team-building, collaboration, and industry events.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong experience with backend systems development, including experience with Java (Spring Framework preferred).
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Proven experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling, indexing, and caching strategies.
• Extensive experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, ownership-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience leading and motivating teams to success.
• Ability to navigate and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth setting, balancing multiple priorities.
• A Bachelor’s degree, or professional certification, or a combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience transitioning into senior engineering management from technical leadership roles.
• Passion for mentoring and developing team members to reach their full potential.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices, cloud platforms, or DevOps workflows.
• Previous experience working in scaling or startup-like environments, ideally in a complex and high-demand industry.

The expected salary range for this role is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role is eligible for the Fanatics Betting and Gaming annual bonus program and an equity award. *Salary range is listed in USD; actual salary will vary based on location. *Salary Range: $144,000 - $230,000 per year (actual salary will be determined in part by a successful candidate’s geographic location). In addition to base salary, bonus, and equity, full-time employees are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, paid time off, and other benefits like GymPass, Pet Insurance, Family Care Benefits, and more.

Depending on the role, your interview and onboarding experience may include in-person components, such as onsite interviews or Launching into Better: LIVE—a multi-day cultural immersion in New York City for full-time, non-seasonal hires. These sessions are designed to build connection and bring our culture to life, though specific travel and participation requirements will be confirmed based on your role and location. Your recruiter will provide clear guidance at each stage of the process.

Job Info

• Locations 95 Morton St, New York, NY, 10014, US