Breadstack

Overview of job

About us:

Are you looking to leave behind outdated work environments and join a cutting-edge SaaS company revolutionizing the commerce industry? At Breadstack, we’re on a mission to simplify the eCommerce experience for businesses by streamlining their operations into a unified seamless and efficient system. Imagine being part of a team that acts as the conductor of an orchestra, harmonizing various components like inventory, order management, payment, shipping, and delivery to create a flawless customer experience.

We're seeking passionate innovators ready to disrupt the status quo. Experience in the eCommerce space is a plus. In return, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, unlimited snacks, and the chance to revolutionize an industry.

If you're excited about pushing boundaries and building the future of commerce, apply now to join our team!

About the Role:

As the Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of software engineers responsible for developing and maintaining our SaaS platform and the suite of tools. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure that our platform meets the needs of our customers and drives business growth. You will be responsible for managing the development process, systems and best practices to ensure that our team delivers high-quality software on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

Lead and Manage the Engineering Team

• Hire, onboard, and manage a team of software engineers responsible for developing and maintaining our SaaS unified commerce platform.
• Set clear goals and objectives for the team, and regularly communicate progress and results to stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to team members, and ensure that they have the resources they need to be successful.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with Product Managers and Designers

• Work closely with product managers and designers to define product requirements, prioritize features, and ensure that our platform meets the needs of our customers.
• Help translate product requirements into technical specifications, and ensure that the engineering team has a clear understanding of what needs to be built.
• Provide feedback to product managers and designers on the feasibility and technical implications of proposed features.

Manage the Software Development Process

• Develop and maintain a software development process that is agile, efficient, and scalable.
• Ensure that the team is delivering high-quality software on time and within budget.
• Manage the software development lifecycle, including planning, estimation, design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Work with QA and DevOps teams to ensure that the software is tested thoroughly and deployed successfully.
• Monitor and report on progress, and identify and address any issues or roadblocks.

Drive Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices, and apply them to our development process.
• Encourage innovation and experimentation, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify areas for improvement in our platform and development process, and work with the team to implement changes and improvements.

Ensure Technical Excellence

• Ensure that the engineering team is following best practices for software development, including code quality, testing, and documentation.
• Ensure that the platform is scalable, reliable, and maintainable.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends, and ensure that the team is using the most appropriate tools and technologies for the job.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience in software development 
• 6+ years experience in a managerial or team lead role 
• Experience in building high-volume, highly available, scalable backend services and web applications
• Experience with Agile methodology, modern DevOps practices, and security best practices
• Excellent working knowledge of Python, ReactJS, NodeJS, MongoDB, Redis
• Exceptional leadership, empathy, interpersonal, and communication skills 
• Proven track record of building and scaling high-performing teams, committed to being a role model for peers and direct reports
• Self-motivated, detailed-oriented, and passionate about building world-class software, teamwork, and engineering excellence