Senior Engineering Manager, Lodging (Remote)

Engine

9d • $184,300 - $255,000 • Remote

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead critical, high-traffic product areas at the top of Engine’s lodging funnel, with primary ownership across Search and Rooms. These teams power the first and most important moments of the traveler journey, helping users discover properties, explore available rooms and rates, and build confidence as they move from browsing to booking. Lodging is a mature, stable domain at Engine, offering the opportunity to operate at scale while continuing to evolve a core platform experience.

In this role, you’ll oversee multiple teams working on highly visible systems that directly impact customer engagement and revenue. You’ll partner closely with product, design, and data to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives, balance competing priorities, and ensure fast, reliable, and intuitive discovery and room-selection experiences across the platform

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a management role. Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects.
• Skills: Strong leadership and team-building abilities with a focus on driving performance and results. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Tech-Savvy: Strong technical foundation with expertise in at least one of TypeScript/Node.js, Java/Kotlin, or Ruby on Rails, plus experience working with AWS and Datadog.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Mindset: Deep understanding of agile software development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.). A strategic and results-driven approach to engineering and team leadership. Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing engineering team by driving collaboration, growth, and accountability. Set clear goals, provide strategic direction, and develop talent to ensure long-term success.
• Manage the end-to-end development lifecycle of engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and technical excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to align technical initiatives with business objectives while maintaining high standards for quality, security, and scalability.
• Drive efficiency through agile methodologies and engineering best practices, continuously refining workflows, tools, and processes. Use key performance metrics to measure success and optimize team productivity.
• Act as the bridge between engineering and other teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities. Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for business stakeholders and leadership.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, integrating innovative solutions that enhance product development and business growth. Advocate for new tools and strategies that drive efficiency, scalability, and long-term technical success

Benefits

• Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with opportunities for bonuses, commissions, and equity.
• Check out our full list at engine.com/culture.
• Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we’ll make sure you have what you need to succeed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees