Engineering Manager (Fintech/iGaming)

TL;DR

Engineering Manager (Fintech/iGaming): Lead backend engineering teams and own the technical direction of scalable, high-quality platform products with an accent on engineering excellence, architecture improvement, and team performance. Focus on managing backend technologies, fostering engineering culture, and driving adoption of modern technologies.

Location: On-site in Lisbon, Portugal with full relocation support

Company

hirify.global is a global product company creating end-to-end tech products for clients across Fintech, iGaming, and Marketing with teams in multiple European countries.

What you will do

• Lead and develop backend engineering teams and manage technical direction of platform and products.
• Drive recruitment, onboarding, and talent management including performance evaluations and development plans.
• Lead agile processes and ceremonies ensuring best practices.
• Improve platform quality by addressing technical debt and architectural gaps.
• Manage team resources to ensure sustainable delivery and balance workloads.
• Promote adoption of modern technologies and enforce engineering standards.

Requirements

• Must be located in or willing to relocate to Lisbon, Portugal.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years backend development experience and 2+ years managing engineers or senior technical profiles.
• Experience with Kubernetes, cloud development, microservices, SQL/NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, CI/CD, and agile methodologies.
• Fluency in English.

Culture & Benefits

• Full relocation package including visa support and accommodation.
• Learning and development opportunities with language class compensation.
• Private medical coverage and wellness benefits including sports memberships.
• 24 vacation days plus 6 paid sick days.
• Transport compensation and team-building activities.