Manager, Software Engineering

TL;DR

Manager, Software Engineering: Leading engineering teams focused on improving the software for Kobo’s eReaders with an accent on technical delivery from system design to incident response. Focus on mentoring team members, enhancing team processes, and balancing product goals with technical needs and team health.

Location: Dublin, Ireland or Darmstadt, Germany.

Company

hirify.global is the world’s digital bookseller created by and for booklovers.

What you will do

• Lead ~20 engineers and testers in three Agile teams focused on improving the software underlying Kobo’s eReaders.
• Actively participate in technical delivery activities, providing technical leadership at every stage.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional peers in Product, Design & Architecture to guide initiatives from conception to production.
• Continuously enhance and evolve team processes to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Coordinate with other delivery team leaders to ensure seamless cross-team collaboration on larger projects.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role within a Software Engineering team, preferably in a consumer device setting.
• Extensive experience in managing individuals, including providing feedback and conducting performance reviews.
• 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, preferably in C++.
• Familiar with best practices, common challenges with building and maintaining consumer software products.
• Demonstrated ability to understand, represent, and advocate for technical approaches and team needs in strategic discussions.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with eReader or consumer electronics device development.
• Experience working with embedded systems, C++, or Linux environments.
• Prior experience with the Qt framework or GUI development.
• Exposure to working with hardware partners or suppliers.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hours and remote working environment.
• 4 extra long weekends around bank holiday weekends.
• Full benefits starting from your first day.
• Paid volunteer days, unlimited sick days.
• 3% pension matching.
• Free Kobo device + free weekly eBook or audiobook.