Overview

Ampush engineering is looking for experienced Engineering Manager who has not only the technical chops to roll up his/her sleeves and provide technical leadership to major projects, but also manage a team of engineers. You not only optimize your own code but make sure engineers are able to optimize theirs. You will need to have experience with a range of technologies and the ability to manage the dynamics of a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Highly technical manager who can provide leadership to a group of engineers in an innovative and fast-paced environment.

• Own and drive complex technical projects from the planning stage through execution.

• Facilitate the design, implementation and testing of scalable, responsive systems.

• Communicate with different stakeholders and across teams to coordinate engineering efforts.

• Have good technical practices you follow on a daily basis, and be able to clearly articulate your technical viewpoints to guide your team.

• Work closely with product management team to ensure we’re building the best products.

• Own and drive the scrums in an agile environment

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 8+ years of relevant work experience, including hands-on technical management.

• Experience with distributed systems and architecture.

• Exceptional coding skills in Python or related OOP languages.

• Experience hiring, mentoring, coaching and developing top engineering talent.

• Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban)

• Full-stack hands-on experience along with expertise in Python, Javascript, CSS, AngularJS and similar technologies.

• Experience working with Third Party APIs (e.g. REST) highly desirable.

• Experience working with SQL and noSQL databases

• Demonstrated ability to recruit and manage technical teams, including performance management.

• Ability to motivate people, instill accountability, and achieve results

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• BS in Computer Science or related field.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and equity

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(K) with match

• Life and AD&D coverage

• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Account benefits

• Uncapped vacation and sick time

• Full stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks; weekly catered lunch

• A fun and casual work environment (including a game room with ping pong table)

• Discounted gym and ZipCar memberships