We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our Checkout & Payment engineering team at Salla.
In this role, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our checkout process, ensuring a smooth and secure buying experience for millions of online merchants and their customers.
Responsibilities:
● Lead and manage a high-performing team of software engineers focused on checkout and payment functionalities.
● Define the technical vision and roadmap for the Checkout & Payment product area, aligning it with broader company goals and customer needs.
● Break down product requirements into actionable engineering tasks and manage the development lifecycle.
● Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
● Hire, onboard, and develop top engineering talent, ensuring a strong technical foundation for the team.
● Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment across the development process.
● Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and technologies in e-commerce payments and security best practices.
● Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks associated with checkout and payment systems.
● Champion high-quality code, maintainable architecture, and robust testing practices.
● Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to checkout performance and identify areas for optimization.
Requirements
● Proven experience 5+ years as a software engineering manager or similar leadership role.
● In-depth understanding of e-commerce platforms, checkout flows, and payment processing systems.
● Strong technical background in software development principles, best practices, and methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps).
● Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
● Experience in building and scaling highly performant and reliable systems.
● A passion for building user-centric products that prioritize security and compliance.
● Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
● Experience in building and managing cross-functional teams.
Bonus Points:
● Experience working in the e-commerce industry.
● Knowledge of PCI compliance standards.
● A strong understanding of fraud prevention techniques.
● Technical knowledge of PHP and Laravel frameworks is a plus.
