Recro.io - Software Engineering Manager - Backend Development (7-12 yrs)

Responsibilities :

- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of full-stack and backend software engineers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

- Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and ensure timely delivery of features.

- Drive best practices in software development, including code quality, architecture design, testing, and deployment.

- Develop and execute plans to scale applications for performance and reliability while addressing business needs.

- Ensure alignment of team goals with organizational objectives and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

- Identify and mitigate risks in the development process and provide solutions to technical challenges.

- Act as a technical leader, staying current with emerging trends and ensuring the adoption of relevant tools and technologies.

Requirements :

Skills : React, TypeScript, and JavaScript.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

- 7+ years of experience in software development and 2+ years of experience managing or leading engineering teams.

- Strong technical background in backend development, preferably with Java, Spring Boot, or similar technologies.

- Familiarity with, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (e. g., AWS, Azure).

- Proven ability to coach and mentor engineers at different levels of experience.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to align technical execution with business priorities.

- Experience managing projects with Agile methodologies, delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

- Passion for building technology that makes an impact in the education sector.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience working with distributed systems or SaaS platforms.

- Hands-on experience in database design and optimization (e. g., SQL, NoSQL).

- Familiarity with education technology and the unique challenges of developing products for teachers and students.