Engineering Manager (Python) - Canada
This is a remote position. We are seeking a seasoned Engineering Manager who remains a technologist at heart. This is a "player-coach" role designed for a senior back-end engineer who has successfully transitioned into leadership without losing their technical edge. You should be someone who makes sound, high-stakes decisions quickly, acts as technical authority and understands that great software is built by people who truly care about the product’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Lead & Mentor: Manage a high-performing squad of engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth. Architect & Execute: Leverage your deep Python expertise to guide architectural decisions and provide hands-on technical leadership on complex back-end challenges. Product Ownership: Work closely with stakeholders to understand the "why" behind the "what," ensuring engineering efforts align with the broader business vision. What You Bring Python Mastery: An extensive background in senior-level Python back-end engineering. You should still feel at home in a codebase and be hands-on. Proven Leadership: Experience managing direct reports or mentoring engineering teams. Senior Engineering Judgment: The ability to make fast, reliable decisions based on experience and technical maturity. Bonus Points For: The Tech Stack: Hands-on experience with Django or FastAPI. Ops Fluency: A background in Infrastructure and DevOps (AWS, CI/CD, K8s).