Engineering Manager

Location Mexico City, Mexico Category Technology Careers Job Id JREQ Job Type Full time Hybrid**Engineering Manager**Are you passionate about the chance to bring your experience to a world-class company that is market-leading or both content and technology? If yes, we’re looking for you.Join our team We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to establish and lead a new Scrum team in Mexico City. This role requires strong technical expertise in Azure,.NET, and C#, with the ability to actively solve complex technical problems while providing exceptional leadership to build a high-performing team.**About the Role**:**In this opportunity as a Engineering Manager, you will**- Establish a new development center in Mexico City, including hiring and developing a complete Scrum team- Provide hands-on technical leadership and actively participate in coding, code reviews, and architecture decisions- Lead technical delivery using Azure,.NET, and C# technologies, with direct involvement in solving complex technical challenges- Implement and refine Agile/Scrum methodologies appropriate for a distributed team environment- Manage cross-geography collaboration between Mexico and India engineering teams- Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, quality, and team performance- Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders- Identify and mitigate technical and delivery risks proactively- Foster a culture of engineering excellence and innovation- Provide technical guidance, direction, and mentorship to team members- Contribute to the design and architecture of software solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and adhere to best practices- Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards- Identify and resolve technical issues, bottlenecks, and bugs- Keep up-to-date with the latest.NET technologies, frameworks, and best practices- Manage and optimize databases, including SQL queries and stored procedures- Create and maintain technical documentation, including code documentation and architectural diagrams- Implement and adhere to Agile development methodologies, including daily stand-ups, sprint retrospectives, and backlog grooming- Mentor and coach junior team members, helping them develop their skills and expertise**About You****You’re a fit for the role of Engineering Manager if your background includes**- 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5 years in technical leadership roles- Current hands-on coding proficiency with Azure,.NET, and C# technologies- Proven track record of building high-performing development teams while remaining technically involved- Strong understanding of software architecture principles and best practices- Experience working with distributed teams, particularly with teams based in India- Excellent communication skills with fluency in English- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with mínimal supervision- Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and make sound architectural decisions- Strong database management skills including SQL optimization- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices**Preferred Qualifications**- Experience establishing development centers or teams in new locations- Valid travel visa for the US and/or India- Previous experience living or working in multiple countries- Fluency in Spanish and English- Technical certifications in relevant technologies- Experience in technical recruitment and team building- Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS or Google Cloud- Scrum Master or other Agile certificationsLI-AZ5**What’s in it For You?**- **Hybrid Work Model**: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.- **Flexibility & Work-Life Balance**: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.- **Career Development and Growth**: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.- **Industry Competitive Benefits**: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the H