Certn is looking for a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead two high-performing teams responsible for our Background Checks Platform. You will oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from architecture through deployment, while still getting into the code. This role serves as the bridge between engineers, product, and leadership to deliver technical excellence and align engineering efforts with business goals.
What You'll Do
- Coach, mentor, and conduct 1:1s and performance reviews. Cultivate team morale, engagement, and professional growth.
- Drive execution of roadmaps, coordinate sprint planning, remove obstacles, and ensure on-time, high-quality software delivery. Act as liaison between engineering, product, and design.
- Define and enforce scalable architecture standards, oversee design reviews, and champion technical excellence across both teams.
- Jump into Python or C# on the back-end and TypeScript or React on the front-end to unblock critical issues, prototype new features, and set a high bar through code reviews.
- Drive continuous improvement by leading through change, influencing stakeholders, and motivating teams to adapt and grow in a dynamic environment.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience leading multiple engineering teams, hiring top talent, and developing high-performing squads.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages, and comfortable navigating Azure or AWS.
- Familiar with Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform, ArgoCD, and infrastructure-as-code best practices.
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and CI/CD environments.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver features end-to-end in an Agile environment, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.
- Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, influence product and design partners and report progress to senior leadership.
- Thrived in fast-paced, high-growth environments and remain unfazed by ambiguity or shifting priorities.
Technical Stack
- Languages: Python, C#, TypeScript
- Frameworks: React
- Infrastructure & Tools: Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform, ArgoCD
Team & Environment
You will lead two high-performing teams for the Background Checks Platform.
Benefits & Compensation
- 4 weeks of paid vacation plus additional health & wellness time off.
- Comprehensive health and benefits package for you and your dependents.
- Fully remote setup with a home-office allowance and flex stipend.
- Budget to attend industry conferences, pursue certifications, or take advanced courses.
- Own critical system components that directly affect customer experience and platform stability.
- Collaborate with passionate engineers who value craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collective success.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote role open to candidates in the UK and beyond.
We’re committed to building a workplace that’s diverse, inclusive, and empowering for all. If you need accommodations to support any special needs at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know.
