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PermitflowPermitflowUnited States

Engineering Manager (Remote)

Leads and grows engineering team in fast-paced startup, managing engineers, setting technical direction, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring scalable software delivery for construction permitting SaaS. Requires 5+ years engineering with 3+ years leadership.

180k – 250k/yr
RemoteEngineering Management

About the role

What You'll Do

  • Lead and manage engineers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Conduct regular 1:1s, feedback sessions, and career development opportunities
  • Set direction and anticipate scaling challenges through thoughtful technical and personnel planning. Define priorities, track KPIs, and manage technical debt while aligning with business goals
  • Collaborate with product, design, and cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, set timelines, and ensure timely delivery of software features. Manage agile processes to maintain high velocity and efficiency
  • Ensure best practices in architecture, system design, and code quality. Oversee the scalability, reliability, and security of systems and infrastructure
  • Work closely with stakeholders, including product, finance, and customer success teams, to prioritize feature development and enhance the customer experience
  • Lead the hiring process to grow the engineering team. Provide mentorship and career development for team members, including junior managers

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years in leadership roles
  • Strong alignment with PermitFlow’s culture. You are comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment, where ambiguity is common
  • Proven experience managing and scaling teams in a startup
  • Strong communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience with agile methodologies and continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of testing and performance optimization for web applications
  • Experience in high-growth startups or SaaS

Bonus points if you have familiarity with construction or permitting industries

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and meaningful equity in a high-growth company
  • 100% company-paid base medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees + healthcare FSA
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Unlimited PTO and paid family leave
  • Home office & equipment stipend
  • Daily in-office lunch and dinner provided
  • Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit and parking)

Skills

Agile MethodologiesSystem ArchitectureSoftware EngineeringTeam LeadershipScalabilityReliabilitySecurityTestingPerformance OptimizationWeb ApplicationsSaaSCode QualityHiringMentorshipKPIs

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