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Engineering Manager, Services

Slice
Location
UK (Remote)
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Product
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience building and operating customer-facing software or platforms.
  • Experience managing high-performing engineering teams.
  • Strong technical judgment across backend services, APIs, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and production operations.
  • Experience with Python, Go, Ruby, or comparable backend technologies.
  • A record of improving both customer outcomes and engineering effectiveness.
  • The ability to turn complex, ambiguous problems into clear direction.
What the job really is

As an Engineering Manager at Slice, you will lead a team responsible for building backend systems, APIs, and integrations that support the platform for local pizzerias. Your role involves guiding technical direction, fostering a high-agency team culture, and ensuring that engineering efforts align with customer outcomes. You will work closely with cross-functional partners and focus on delivering valuable improvements while developing your team's skills and performance.

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Generous time-off policies.
  • Employee well-being allowance for eligible employees.
  • Market-leading maternity and paternity schemes.
Things to weigh
  • Role emphasizes accountability and performance, which may require difficult conversations.
  • The technology stack includes Python, Go, and Ruby, which may vary in familiarity for candidates.
  • Focus on customer outcomes may lead to high pressure to deliver results.
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Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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