Wobot.ai - Engineering Manager - Product Development

Core Responsibilities of Engineering Manager :

1. Technology Vision and Strategy :

- Architect the Future : Develop and communicate a sophisticated engineering vision tightly aligned with Wobot AI's mission to stay on the cutting edge of AI and machine learning.

- Lead with Foresight : Anticipate technological shifts, strategically investing in infrastructure and architecture to keep Wobot AI ahead of industry disruptions.

Strategic Alignment : Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure engineering initiatives are precisely aligned with long-term business growth and innovation imperatives.

2. Leadership and Team Development

- Build Engineering Excellence : Cultivate an environment where high-performing engineers thrive, championing collaboration, creativity, and diversity of thought.

- Career and Capability Growth : Define clear development paths, foster continuous learning, and implement advanced mentoring programs that empower team members to grow into experts in their domains.

- Performance Elevation : Lead by example, conducting in-depth performance reviews and offering strategic feedback to unlock each team member's potential.

3. Technical Leadership and Innovation :

- Drive Best-in-Class Development : Ensure adherence to advanced principles of software engineering, architecture, and secure, scalable development practices.

- Innovate Relentlessly : Champion a culture of experimentation and intellectual curiosity, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in product design and feature deployment.

- Leverage Emerging Tech : Constantly evaluate and integrate cutting-edge AI technologies that amplify Wobot AI's competitive edge and technical prowess.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Business Impact :

- Break Down Silos : Work closely with product, growth, and partnership teams to co-create AI solutions that deliver unmatched customer value and innovation.

- Drive Business Outcomes : Prioritize engineering initiatives that directly enhance business growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

- Build Strategic Alliances : Cultivate partnerships with technology vendors and industry thought leaders to stay abreast of advancements and integrate valuable external expertise.

5. Information Security and Compliance :

- Guardrail Innovation : Architect and enforce sophisticated security and data protection protocols that comply with the highest standards of industry and regulatory requirements.

- Mitigate Risks : Partner with legal and security teams to proactively address cybersecurity risks and implement preemptive measures across all engineering initiatives.

Ideal Profile :

- Engineering Leadership : 6+ years in engineering leadership, preferably in high-growth B2B product or fintech environments.

- Visionary Thinker : Proven expertise in aligning technology strategy with dynamic business objectives.

- Deep Technical Mastery : Advanced knowledge of scalable, distributed systems, secure architecture, and a solid grasp of JavaScript technologies (particularly MERN stack).

- Innovator at Heart : A proven track record of implementing pioneering technologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and inspiring cross-functional teams.

- Security-First Mindset : Deep understanding of data privacy and information security practices, ensuring Wobot AI's technological assets are resilient and compliant.

How we work :

- We use Microsoft Teams for daily communication, conduct daily standups and team meetings over Teams.

- We value open discussion, ownership, and a founder mindset.

- We prioritize design, amazing UI/UX, documentation, to-do lists, and data-based decision-making.

- We encourage team bonding through bi-annually town halls, destressing sessions with a certified healer, and fun company retreats twice a year.

- We offer a 100% remote workplace model, health insurance, top performers eligible for attractive equity options, mental health consultations, company-sponsored upskilling courses, growth hours, the chance to give back with 40 hours for community causes, and access to a financial advisor.

- Wobot AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer