Engineering Manager - Remote

Overview

Lifecheq is a fintech company aiming to provide the global emerging middle class with quality holistic financial advice. Our platform combines smart tech, deep financial expertise, and a unique approach to financial advice. We're growing rapidly, backed by major investors including Summit Africa, Futuregrowth, African Rainbow Capital, and Naspers Foundry.

In Short

• Lead a team of 7-9 engineers across multiple squads.
• Bridge technical excellence with people leadership.
• Foster a culture of excellence and psychological safety.
• Partner with Tech Leads and Product Managers for effective delivery.
• Manage recruitment processes and build an engineering talent pipeline.
• Support prioritization and facilitate cross-squad dependencies.
• Ensure predictable delivery cadences.
• Work in a fully remote environment with a focus on collaboration.
• Drive career development and performance management.
• Enhance team health and delivery performance metrics.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional software development experience.
• Prior engineering management experience with a proven track record.
• Experience in supporting delivery across multiple technical workstreams.
• Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Experience with performance management and career development.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility.
• Collaborative and engineering-driven environment.
• Opportunities for career development and personal growth.
• Work with a capable team solving hard problems.
• Engage in meaningful work impacting people's lives.