Engineering Manager

About Company

We are an innovative technology company building cutting-edge SaaS products for international markets. Founded by experienced Pakistani entrepreneurs in partnership with US-based technical leadership, we are leveraging modern technologies and AI tools to create products that compete globally. Our vision is to build a technology powerhouse in Pakistan that delivers world-class software solutions.

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on Engineering Manager to be our first technical hire on the ground and the anchor of our engineering team. The ideal candidate is a "player-coach"—a skilled Django/Python architect who is passionate about writing code, but also has the leadership DNA to build a world-class team from the ground up. You will partner directly with our US-based technical co-founder to shape our product and technical strategy. This is a foundational role where you will spend a significant amount of your time (50-70% initially) writing production code while establishing the culture, processes, and team that will define our future success.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Strategy ● Partner with the US-based co-founder on critical technical architecture and product decisions. ● Translate high-level strategy into a concrete technical roadmap and actionable tasks. ● Write clean, high-quality, and scalable production code (expected 50-70% of your time in year one). ● Conduct rigorous code reviews to establish and maintain a high standard of code quality. ● Champion and implement software engineering best practices, design patterns, and documentation standards. Team Building & Mentorship ● Establish the foundation of our engineering culture, emphasizing collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning. ● Lead the recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding process for our founding developers, starting with a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. ● Mentor and develop your team members through regular one-on-ones and performance guidance. ● Grow into a full-time leadership role as you build out and manage a team of 3-5 developers. Project & Delivery Management ● Own project timelines and deliverables using Linear, ensuring the team is focused and productive. ● Coordinate daily stand-ups and weekly planning sessions to maintain momentum. ● Effectively communicate progress, challenges, and blockers to stakeholders. ● Strike the right balance between shipping new features and managing technical debt. Innovation & AI Integration ● Champion the use of AI tools (Claude, Cursor IDE) to create a 10x development environment. ● Establish and refine workflows that leverage AI for increased productivity and creativity. ● Keep the team at the forefront of AI development tools and best practices.

Required Qualifications Technical Skills

● Minimum 5 years of experience in Django/Python development. ● Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL database design and optimization. ● Experience with modern frontend approaches, particularly HTMX + Django templates. ● Expertise in RESTful API design and implementation. ● Mastery of version control systems (Git) and collaborative workflows. ● Solid understanding of software design patterns and architectural principles. Leadership & Mentorship Experience ● At least 2 years of experience leading technical projects and mentoring other developers. Formal management experience is a plus, but not required. ● Proven track record of taking ownership and delivering complex software projects. ● Experience with agile development methodologies. ● Strong project management and organizational skills. Communication Skills ● Excellent written and verbal communication in English. ● Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with remote, international stakeholders. Our Commitment to You: A Founder-Level Package We are looking for a partner to build this company with us and are offering a highly competitive total rewards package to reflect that. ● Top-Tier Base Salary: A guaranteed gross monthly salary of PKR 400, ,000. ● Comprehensive Health: Full medical insurance for you, your spouse, and your children. ● Performance Incentives: Annual performance bonus and salary review with merit-based increments. ● Growth Budget: A dedicated professional development budget for courses, conferences, and certifications. ● Work-Life Support: Mobile and internet allowance, flexible working hours (core hours: 11 AM - 7 PM), and a modern office in Gulberg with backup power. ● Unmatched Opportunity: A true ground-floor opportunity with rapid growth potential and direct mentorship from experienced US-based technical leadership.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs400, Rs500,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person