Manager, Software Engineering - Platform (based in Netherlands or Germany; relocation needed)

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Requirements:

• You have 6+ years of experience successfully managing engineering teams, with a focus on platform and/or DevOps.
• You are a servant leader who prioritizes the growth and development of your team members.
• You excel at coaching and mentoring engineers of all levels, from junior to staff.
• You possess strong delivery management skills, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• You have a platform & infrastructure engineering mindset, understanding the entire product lifecycle and how engineering contributes to business success.
• Extensive experience with AWS cloud services, including (mention specific services like EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.).
• Proven track record in building and managing scalable, high-availability platforms.
• Deep understanding of DevOps principles and practices, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and containerization.
• Experience with container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes (if applicable).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Experience in creating and managing technology roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of cost management principles and experience in negotiating with vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of talented platform and DevOps engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Define the delivery roadmap for our platform, aligning with company objectives and product strategy.
• Partner with engineering leaders, product managers and other stakeholders to translate vision into technical requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Develop and mentor engineers, helping them reach their full potential and build successful careers within the company.
• Oversee the entire development lifecycle, from conception to launch, ensuring efficient execution and adherence to best practices.
• Continuously improve team processes and tools to optimize product development and delivery.
• Manage costs and vendor relationships for the engineering department, ensuring efficient resource allocation.