Job Summary: TownSq is seeking an Engineering Manager focused on people development, process improvement, and strategic partnership to deliver high-impact solutions, leading an engineering team and driving product evolution. Key Highlights: 1. Strategic leadership with high visibility and direct impact 2. Multicultural environment and collaboration with distributed teams 3. Focus on people development and continuous improvement **TownSq** is looking for an **Engineering Manager** with strong interest in **people development**, continuous process improvement, and partnership with Product and Design to deliver high-impact solutions for our customers. This person will be responsible for leading an engineering team, supporting the professional growth of team members, ensuring the health of agile processes, and contributing to the success of delivered initiatives. This is a strategic role with **high visibility**, close interaction with stakeholders, and direct impact on product and people evolution. You will have the opportunity to work in a **multicultural environment**, with frequent English interaction and collaboration with distributed teams. ### **Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities** * Actively participate in the **product trio**, taking ownership of the engineering discipline and collaborating with Product and Design to build valuable solutions and user experiences. * Manage the **career development of engineering team members**, including creating Individual Development Plans (IDPs), delivering continuous feedback, conducting performance evaluations, and holding regular 1:1 meetings. * Support the engineering team during the **discovery phase of new initiatives**, orchestrating technical leadership involvement, monitoring progress, and removing impediments when necessary. * Be accountable for the team’s **agility**, promoting continuous improvement, facilitating ceremonies, and tracking performance metrics. * Collaborate with the team during **critical production incidents**, supporting problem resolution and participating in root cause analysis. * Communicate\-clearly, frequently, and structurally with the team and stakeholders, aligning expectations, sharing context, and facilitating decision-making. * Contribute to technical and functional discussions in partnership with technical leaders, supporting decisions aligned with business objectives. * Promote and strengthen **TownSq’s culture and values**, serving as a behavioral role model, fostering collaboration, and demonstrating care for people. ### **What We Expect From You** * Prior experience in **software engineering**, with exposure to some of the following areas: web development, mobile development, backend development, system architecture, software quality, design patterns, SaaS, and cloud services. * Experience in **managing agile teams** and leading people. * Experience in **career development**, structured feedback, and performance management. * Ability to **translate business objectives into technical objectives**, supporting the team in this decomposition. * Strong **communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills**. * Technical English proficiency for conversation (you will participate in meetings and interactions in English). * Organization, proactivity, and a strong sense of ownership over initiatives under your responsibility. * Availability to occasionally work onsite at our office in **Porto Alegre**. ### **Characteristics We Value** * Open-minded, collaborative, and empathetic mindset. * Genuine interest in **developing people** and strengthening teams. * Ability to build trust-based relationships with diverse stakeholders. * Mindset of continuous learning and constant improvement. * Balance between technical vision, people, and business. ### **Our Benefits** * Meal/Voucher allowance via **Ifood Benefícios** card: **R$ 770.00/month**. * Internet allowance: **R$ 50.00/month**. * Health and dental insurance plan (**UNIMED**) with nationwide coverage and option to include dependents. * **StarBem**: online medical assistance (psychologists, nutritionists, physiotherapists). * Childcare allowance. * **Creditas**: payroll-deducted loan with low interest rates. * **GymPass** for your health and wellness. * Birthday **Day Off**. * **Fluency Academy**: discount and possibility of full subsidy for the Poliglota course (8 languages). * Equipment kit to support your work! ### **Want to Learn More About Us?** Visit our website and check our Glassdoor reviews.