Engineering Manager - Android

What qualities are we looking for?

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Masters degree preferred).
• 8-10 years of progressive technology experience in Software Engineering functions and building multi-tiered, Android systems, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven ability in architecture and building scalable systems.
• Understand software architecture and system design very well and Strong knowledge of Android Architectural Components and Design Patterns.
• Expertise in Android, Kotlin, Mobile Native apps, and system design/architecture, including building highly scalable systems
• Experience with Agile methodologies, Scrum, and other project management frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience building complex software systems, scoping requirements and successfully launching products.
• Technical leadership experience in building complex software systems from scoping requirements to the actual launch
• Proven ability to drive technical initiatives, prioritize tasks, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passion for technology, innovation, and delivering exceptional user experiences in the food industry.
• Outstanding coding skills in a high-level programming language (Java, Kotlin etc.)

What will you get to do here?

• Team Management: Build and nurture a high-performing engineering team through effective hiring, mentoring, and coaching. Set clear goals and expectations, conduct regular performance evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback and support to team members.
• Project Planning and Execution: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and timelines. Lead the planning, prioritization, and execution of engineering initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, QA, and operations, to drive collaboration and alignment across the organization. Foster a culture of transparency, communication, and teamwork to achieve shared goals.
• Technical Excellence: Champion best practices, coding standards, and software engineering methodologies across the organization. Promote continuous learning and professional development initiatives to enhance the technical skills and expertise of the engineering team.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain robust processes for quality assurance, code review, and testing to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our applications. Implement automated testing frameworks and strategies to streamline the testing process and improve software quality.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks early in the development lifecycle. Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address technical challenges and ensure project success.