Engineering Manager-Ecommerce Startup

Role Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Engineering Manager with a solid foundation in full-stack development to lead our engineering team. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on technical expertise with exceptional leadership skills to drive innovation, deliver scalable solutions, and ensure engineering excellence. This role requires a balance of hands-on technical expertise and strong leadership skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow engineering teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Define and execute the technology roadmap in alignment with business goals.
• Provide architectural guidance and hands-on contributions to full-stack projects.
• Drive adoption of modern frontend (React, Angular, Vue) and backend (Node.js, Java, Python, Go) frameworks.
• Ensure efficient API design, scalable architecture, and optimized database performance.
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and QA teams to ensure timely releases.
• Implement engineering best practices, including code reviews, CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in full-stack development and bring innovations to the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 6-10 years of professional experience, with strong hands-on expertise in full-stack development.
• Proficiency in modern frontend technologies (React, Angular, or Vue) and backend technologies (Node.js, Java, Python, or Go).
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architecture.
• Expertise in relational and NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and DevOps tools.
• Proven track record in leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in startup or high-growth environments.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Prior experience in scaling products for high traffic and large datasets.