Engineer Manager
About Us
Our client is a global investment firm headquartered in Amsterdam, managing a diverse portfolio across multiple asset classes. They are looking for a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead their backend engineering team.
As an Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of talented backend engineers working on mission-critical systems that power their investment platforms. You will be responsible for technical leadership, team development, and delivering high-quality backend solutions using Python, Azure, and SQL. This is a hybrid role that combines people management with hands-on engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of currently 7 backend engineers.
- Drive the design, development, and deployment of scalable backend systems.
- Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver solutions.
- Ensure best practices in software engineering, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD.
- Stay hands-on with coding, architecture reviews, and troubleshooting.
- Manage project time lines, technical road maps, and team performance.
- Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Tech Stack
- Languages: Python (FastAPI, Flask, etc.)
- Cloud: Microsoft Azure (App Services, Functions, Key Vault, etc.)
- Databases: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL
- Tools: Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Azure DevOps
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years of back end development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
- Proven experience with Azure cloud services and infrastructure.
- Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system scalability.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Experience in the financial or investment domain is a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
- Hybrid work model with flexible hours.
- 27 Vacation days.
- A collaborative, international environment with opportunities for growth.
- Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
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