Engineering Manager (Golang Fintech)

TL;DR

Engineering Manager (Golang Fintech): Leading and growing a small team (5-8 people) developing backend services for the high-impact Bring a Friend referral program with an accent on people management, delivery prioritization, and technical oversight. Focus on coaching engineers, shaping development processes, ensuring scalability, and contributing to Golang architecture design.

Location: Worldwide remote or flexible work from offices in Cyprus, Serbia, or Georgia. Relocation support to Cyprus, Serbia, or Georgia available for employee and family.

Company

Fintech company hirify.global (ex Different Technologies) focused on innovative financial solutions and referral programs for cost-effective customer acquisition.

What you will do

• Lead team delivery, prioritize features from product teams, and contribute hands-on to development as needed (20% time).
• Develop talents through feedback, mentoring, growth support, and performance management.
• Strengthen team by hiring for scaling, managing rotations with mobile squads, and fostering healthy non-burnout culture.
• Oversee performance, ensure on-time delivery aligned with business goals, and solve complex challenges.
• Shape backend architecture, design, and Golang implementation for high-quality solutions.

Requirements

• 1+ years managing small engineering teams (5-8 people) in fast-paced settings, preferably fintech with Go stack.
• Strong skills in hiring, development, performance, delivery management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• 4+ years as Go developer with technical background for architectural discussions and solution validation.
• Experience building/optimizing processes (planning, decomposition, retrospectives).
• Diplomacy and ability to advocate for team with reasoned arguments.

Culture & Benefits

• Innovative spirit with creativity and groundbreaking solutions.
• Honest feedback and open transparent communication.
• Supportive collaborative team celebrating achievements.
• High-tech environment challenging financial status quo.
• Healthcare coverage, education budget (language, training, certifications), wellness budget (mental health, fitness).
• 20 days annual leave and paid sick leave.