Senior Software Engineer, Blacklane

• This role is ideal for someone who thrives on both hands-on coding and technical leadership, ensuring we deliver innovative, data-driven solutions in a collaborative and dynamic environment
• You are proactive, curious, and a team player
• Proven track record as senior software engineer with background in backend engineering
• Interested in stepping foot into managing and growing teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Passionate about fostering team growth, with a proven track record of mentoring and supporting individual development
• Deep understanding of auction systems, marketplaces, or ride-hailing platforms, with a focus on driving tailored and attractive offers
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams and active engagement in decision-making
• Decisive and confident in handling complex situations

• Are you a hands-on Senior Software Engineer ready to take the next step into a leadership role?
• We have an exciting opportunity for you to transition into an Engineering Manager position, where you’ll not only leverage your technical expertise but also develop your leadership skills
• As an Engineering Manager, you’ll have a significant impact on shaping the technical direction of our pricing platform and service offerings. You’ll stay deeply involved in technical problem-solving and architectural decisions while leading and mentoring a team of talented engineers
• Technical Strategy and Product Evolution:
• Define the technical strategy and oversee the evolution of our pricing platform and service offering to our guests to ensure tailored pricing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Dispatching, Marketplace, Consumer Product and Data to ensure our systems align with business goals and customer needs
• Delivery and Operational Excellence:
• Guide the team in setting and achieving clear goals, ensuring high-quality feature development and system reliability
• Implement efficient workflows and agile methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Make decisive and informed decisions, balancing quality, timelines, and business requirements
• Leadership and Team Development:
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing engineering team, guiding them to solve problems proactively and collaboratively
• Encourage professional growth, providing constructive feedback and development opportunities for team members
• Address challenges within the team confidently, including handling difficult situations and making tough decisions when necessary
• Foster a collaborative and communicative team culture, ensuring alignment across functions and proactive problem-solving

• Personal development plan & budget for online courses, conferences, and books
• Monthly 1:1 feedback chats with our C-level team members
• Employee stock option plan
• Flexible working hours & hybrid remote model
• Friday evening drinks at the office & twice-a-year department events

Total funding: $171.3m

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