Dublin, Ireland Remote (City) Full-time

Rakuten Kobo is hiring a Manager, Software Engineering (Dublin)

About the Role

Lead and shape the future of eReader software by managing multiple Agile teams responsible for the core systems behind a leading digital reading platform. Based in Dublin, Ireland or Darmstadt, Germany, you'll guide a group of approximately 20 engineers and testers, ensuring technical excellence across design, development, monitoring, and incident response.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and mentor engineers and testers across three Agile teams, fostering professional growth through regular feedback and one-on-one sessions.
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership throughout the development lifecycle, from architecture decisions to production support.
  • Collaborate with Product, Design, and Architecture teams to move initiatives from concept to launch.
  • Improve team processes continuously, balancing immediate delivery goals with long-term technical health and team well-being.
  • Coordinate with other engineering leads to ensure alignment and smooth execution on cross-team initiatives.
  • Support an inclusive culture where team members feel empowered to contribute authentically and reach their potential.

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of experience leading software engineering teams, ideally in consumer hardware or embedded systems.
  • Proven background as a software developer, with strong experience in C++ and software lifecycle best practices.
  • Experience managing individual contributors, conducting performance reviews, and guiding career development.
  • Ability to translate technical needs into strategic discussions and advocate effectively across teams.
  • Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience

  • Background in eReader or consumer electronics development.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems, Linux, Qt framework, or GUI development.
  • Experience working with external hardware partners or suppliers.

Work Environment & Benefits

This role offers flexible hours and remote work options, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Benefits include full coverage from day one, unlimited sick days, paid volunteer time, pension matching, and a personal development budget. Team members receive a free eReader device and weekly access to eBooks or audiobooks. The company promotes inclusivity, innovation, and continuous learning in a supportive, collaborative setting.

Required Skills
C++LinuxQt frameworkGUI developmentembedded systemssoftware engineering leadershipperformance managementtechnical advocacyconsumer software productsstrategic communication C++LinuxQt frameworkGUI developmentembedded systemssoftware engineering leadershipperformance managementtechnical advocacyconsumer software productsstrategic communication
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Rakuten Kobo
Rakuten Kobo Inc. is the world’s digital bookseller created by and for booklovers. Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten Group, Inc. and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo’s millions of worldwide users can read anytime, anywhere, and on any device. With a mission to make reading lives better for all, Rakuten Kobo connects readers to stories using thoughtful and personalized curation of eBooks and audiobooks, and the best dedicated eReaders and apps for reading. With the singular focus of making reading lives the best they can be, Kobo’s open platform allows people to fit reading into more moments in their busy lives.
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