Engineering Manager

At Speed & Function, we’re on a mission to build scalable, impactful software while cultivating an environment where both people and ideas thrive. As an aspiring Deliberately Developmental Organization (DDO), we see personal growth and technical excellence as two sides of the same coin. We’re now looking for an Engineering Manager to help us lead one of our key projects — a non-profit platform driving global supply chain transparency, so you can contribute to software that matters — for the environment, transparency, and global change.

Why Join Us?

You won’t just manage delivery — you’ll help shape how a collaborative, mission-driven team grows, solves problems, and ships real impact. The work you’ll lead supports thousands of users across industries, and your leadership will directly affect system stability, team health, and long-term client success.

Responsibilities

• People Management: Hold regular 1:1s, support career growth, define skill gaps, and guide development plans.
• Technical Leadership: Lead code reviews, define coding standards, support architecture discussions, and code occasionally to unblock engineers.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced Facilitation: Lead complex planning, decision-making, and alignment sessions.
• Product Collaboration: Align engineering efforts with business goals, contribute to roadmaps and planning.
• Team Operations: Define and evolve how the team works together to stay efficient, healthy, and motivated.

Requirements

• Prior experience as an Engineering Manager or equivalent leadership role.
• At least 7 years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong mix of technical expertise, people leadership, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and mentorship skills.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on capability.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills (C1+).

Tech Environment (project-specific)

• Backend: Python (Django, FastAPI), PostgreSQL, Kafka, Ruby, OpenSearch
• Frontend: React, Redux, MaterialUI
• DevOps: AWS, Docker, Terraform, GitHub Actions
• Experience with non-profits, understanding their business and challenges will be a plus
• Experience with specific technologies utilized in the project will be a plus, along with understanding how data and API-based products function

What We Offer

• A role with impact, autonomy, and the chance to shape team culture and delivery processes.
• Enjoy fully remote work with flexible hours and significant autonomy.
• Personal Development (Access to internal programs, coaching sessions, English lessons, and therapy compensation to support your growth journey).
• Supportive environment (a team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and believes in collective success).
• Bonus: You’ll earn commissions as the project grows.

How to Apply

If this role resonates with you, please send us your CV and a brief cover letter outlining:

• Why you’re looking for a new role
• Your hourly rate expectations
• Your English level
• Your availability and notice period

We look forward to hearing from you!