ABOUT US
Established in 2017, Storyblok has rapidly ascended to the forefront of the global headless CMS landscape. Our vision is to “pioneer the future of content management, removing barriers between developer and marketing teams by offering an intuitive, scalable, and intelligent platform to deliver digital experiences from idea to success”.
Our team is made up of smart, passionate individuals who excel in their work. People who are comfortable taking on big ideas and figuring out the details along the way. With a dynamic team of over 220+ passionate individuals spanning 45+ countries, we're not just breaking boundaries; we're redefining them!
Our $47m Series B funding round in May 2022 represented a significant milestone for us, propelling our journey into a period of extraordinary growth into the US market, while also advancing our presence and progress in EMEA.
We're proud recipients of numerous awards, including recognition in
G2's 2024 Best Software Awards. As a remote-first company, we have been officially recognized as one of the top
100 most flexible places to work, ranking #3 in the scale-up category as per Flexa Careers.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU
You will be joining a growing company where you can contribute to many “firsts”. Plus these benefits:
- Monthly remote work stipend (home internet costs, electricity). Home office equipment package right at the start (laptop, keyboard, monitor…)
- Home office equipment upgrade (furniture, ear plugs …) or membership to a local co-working space after your onboarding
- Sick leave benefit, parental leave and 25 days of annual leave plus your local national holidays
- Personal development fund for courses, books, conferences, and material
- VSOP (Virtual Stock Option Plan)
- The annual international team-building trip, quarterly and monthly online get-togethers
- As a fully remote company, with work-life balance at its core, you’ll enjoy flexible schedules
- An international team that loves to have fun at work and works hard together to accomplish shared goals
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Backend Engineering Manager to lead and mentor our talented team of backend engineers. As an integral member of our engineering department, you will drive the development of our industry-leading products by guiding technical decisions and ensuring high-quality code delivery. But it's not just about code – you will also play a pivotal role in talent development, building a diverse and dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation. You will set the tone for excellence, establish best-in-class practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborating closely with Product and Design, you will help shape our product roadmap and oversee cross-team alignment. If you are a seasoned backend expert with a passion for leadership, we invite you to join our growing team and contribute to the success of Storyblok as we pioneer the future of content management.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Lead a team of back-end engineers to spearhead new product development
- Establish team practices and culture to cultivate high-performing teams
- Actively engage in technical decisions, stepping in as a tech lead when necessary
- Drive continuous improvement in the back-end team’s code, architecture and processes, ensuring high-quality deliverables
- Establish accurate delivery estimates and ensure timely task completion, while helping the team overcome obstacles and resolve blockers
- Partner closely with Product Management and Design to define and deliver on our strategic roadmap, advocating for iterative, customer-driven product development
- Maintain alignment with other team managers and facilitate effective communication throughout the organization
- Foster a culture of documentation and knowledge sharing among team members and with business stakeholders
- Attract top engineering talent through proactive recruitment, hiring, and onboarding efforts
- Mentor and guide team members in their professional and technical development, while promoting a culture of active coaching within the team
- Encourage a mindset of learning and experimentation, empowering team members to expand their skills and expertise
- Cultivate empathy and openness towards team members from diverse backgrounds, and promote a positive workplace culture
- Facilitate regular one-on-one meetings to set goals, evaluate performance and provide continuous feedback
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years of relevant experience in advanced software development, and 4+ years of experience leading and managing engineering teams
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Comprehensive knowledge developing APIs with Ruby on Rails.
- Working knowledge of PostgreSQL.
- Comprehensive knowledge of testing tools based on behavior-driven development such as RSpec.
- Comprehensive knowledge of design patterns and development best practices
- Comprehensive knowledge of object-oriented design, data structures, algorithms and problem solving
- Thorough knowledge about tools like Redis, Memcached, Sidekiq.
- Thorough knowledge of RESTful services and microservices
- Thorough knowledge about Git and other contemporary development technologies
- Experience with database design and management
- Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (specifically AWS; GCP and Azure a plus)
- Experience working with a software management system (JIRA is preferred)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to perform multiple tasks
- Ability to lead and manage a team and drive results
- Excellent communication skills that facilitate interaction with multiple stakeholders
- You are confident, detail-oriented, and highly motivated to contribute to the organization's growth as part of a high-performing team
MENTAL, PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Remote (home) work opportunity or funded by Storyblok co-working space
GENERAL TERMS
Storyblok has a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a hiring environment in which all people feel they are equally respected and valued, irrespective of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, religion, citizenship or any other characteristic.
