The Position

A Team Leader is responsible for all the work of a team and the spokesperson for everyone in it. They are expected to manage the team dynamics and always bring the best in everyone. A team leader is not expected to be the best in a team but rather help others become the best version there is and gear the team towards optimised execution.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a small product team of 3-5 engineers (backend and frontend).
30% of the time spent doing management work. Outside of that actively participates in product development in their team.
Be involved in hiring processes for their own team and potentially help out their peers.
In addition to being involved in hiring, also being responsible for the onboarding process of new engineers.
By being the spokesperson for everyone in their team they are expected to manage the team dynamics and bring out the best in them.
Giving continuous and constructive feedback on all the things.
Helps the team to grow continuously as a group and is responsible for each direct report’s career.
Provide guidance and coaching to the team.

Requirements

Managed an engineering team of at least 2 people.
Extensive experience with Backend (Elixir/Phoenix).
Commitment to promoting all of Remote's values within the team and the greater organisation.
Solid communication skills.
Solid knowledge of engineering and development principles and best practices.
Proven organizational skills with attention to detail.
Focused on efficient processes with a kind, people-first approach.
Being able to inspire others and instill confidence.
Good understand of team dynamics.
Ambitious and intentional about diversity, equality and inclusion.

Practicals

You'll report to: Engineering Manager
Direct reports: 2-5 Engineers
Team: Engineering
Location: Anywhere in the world
Start date: As soon as possible

Engineering Team Leader

Anywhere in the world

Remote

Senior

Remote