Lucidya is a fast-growing SaaS company leveraging Machine Learning and Big Data technologies to deliver powerful content analysis from diverse data sources. We offer a result-driven, dynamic, and collaborative work environment full of exciting challenges and opportunities for innovation.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in web development, Linux systems, and cloud deployment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality features to production, working closely with product teams, and driving engineering excellence within an agile development environment. Experience with scrum methodologies and a commitment to rigorous testing practices are essential.
You will lead a highly skilled team of engineers, drive technical strategy, and ensure smooth project execution. This role reports directly to the CTO.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of engineers in the development of high-performance, scalable SaaS features.
Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Oversee deployment processes on cloud platforms and ensure system reliability in a Linux-based environment.
Establish and enforce engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
Act as a technical mentor, providing guidance and support to team members.
Facilitate scrum ceremonies and promote agile principles within the team.
Monitor project progress, remove blockers, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
Drive team growth through recruitment, training, and professional development.
Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
Strong hands-on experience in web development (backend and frontend).
Proficient in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and Linux-based deployments.
Demonstrated success in delivering features and products to production at scale.
Familiarity with modern testing frameworks and test-driven development.
Proven collaboration with product managers and cross-functional stakeholders.
Solid understanding of agile methodologies and experience acting as a Scrum Master or agile facilitator.
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Proven experience in a leadership role such as Technical Lead, Engineering Manager, or similar, with a strong track record of driving projects from concept to production.
Deep technical expertise with the ability to guide architecture decisions and support the team in solving complex engineering challenges.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to evaluating solutions and making decisions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with engineering teams, product stakeholders, and executive leadership.
High attention to detail with a proactive mindset toward identifying and addressing potential issues before they impact production
Nice to Have
Experience with Ruby on Rails, Python, or ReactJS in a production environment.
Background in machine learning, data engineering, or analytics-driven products.
Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure automation.
Previous experience in a fast-paced startup or SaaS environment.
Relevant certifications in cloud platforms, agile methodologies, or project management
Benefits
Why Join Us?
This is more than just an engineering role—it's an opportunity to shape the infrastructure and technical future of Lucidya. You'll play a key part in scaling our platform, building a strong engineering culture, and delivering technology that empowers companies across the region and beyond.
