Engineering Manager (x/f/m) - job 2 of 2

As an Engineering Manager at Doctolib Siilo, your primary responsibilities include leading a feature team composed of mobile, web, and backend engineers, managing team performance and career growth, and closely collaborating with product management to set the team's roadmap. You'll also take ownership of production and quality, empowering your engineers to build superior products.

To become an Engineering Manager at Doctolib Siilo, it’s essential to have a minimum of 2 years of engineering management experience. Additionally, a solid understanding of domains like mobile development (Java, iOS, Android), CI/CD systems, and best coding practices is required. Proficiency in English is a must, and experience in hyper-growth tech environments would be a plus!

At Doctolib Siilo, we believe in investing in our team members' growth and development. The Engineering Manager plays a key role in coaching and upskilling engineers, and we also provide learning and development opportunities, including a budget for creativity and team spirit initiatives, to help every employee thrive!

The engineering culture at Doctolib Siilo is vibrant and supportive, focusing on collaboration and innovation. The Engineering Manager helps foster a positive atmosphere, encouraging team members to share ideas, challenge one another, and constantly improve their skills while feeling valued and empowered.

The interview process for the Engineering Manager position at Doctolib Siilo consists of several stages, including a recruiter interview, a system design interview, a behavioral interview, an EM case study, and a background check. This thorough process ensures we find the best fit for our team, both in skills and cultural alignment.

In managing a diverse engineering team, I prioritize creating an inclusive environment where every engineer feels safe to voice their ideas and perspectives. I implement regular one-on-one meetings to catch up with team members individually, ensuring I understand their unique challenges and offering them support tailored to their needs.

Certainly! In one specific project, our team faced tight deadlines and complex requirements. I organized daily stand-up meetings to assess progress and challenges, making adjustments as needed. Encouraging open communication, I empowered engineers to take ownership while offering guidance and support, ultimately leading us to deliver the project successfully on time.

I consider tools like Jira for task tracking, Slack for instant communication, and GitHub for version control to be vital for effective collaboration and project management. These tools help streamline our workflow, increase transparency, and make collaboration smooth across the team.

When conflicts arise, I approach them with a focus on open dialogue. I encourage team members to express their viewpoints and collaborate on finding common ground. My role is to facilitate the conversation and guide them toward a resolution that preserves team harmony while addressing the underlying issues.

I employ a combination of planning, prioritization, and regular progress reviews to help my team meet project deadlines. By breaking projects into manageable tasks and setting clear milestones, I can ensure everyone is aligned. I also encourage a culture of accountability, prompting team members to communicate any difficulties early on.

To foster innovation within my engineering team, I dedicate time for brainstorming sessions and hackathons where team members can explore new ideas without the pressure of deadlines. I also promote a mindset of continuous learning by encouraging participation in workshops and conferences.

Mentorship is a critical component of my management style. I believe in developing my team's skills and career paths through coaching and guidance. Regular one-on-ones, skill assessments, and goal-setting sessions help me ensure that I actively support each engineer's growth.

Assessing risk in engineering projects involves identifying potential obstacles early on and continuously evaluating changes during the development process. I implement risk management frameworks that allow for quick inspection and iteration such that any issues can be addressed promptly while minimizing impact.

I use a combination of quantitative metrics, such as code quality, delivery timelines, and bug rates, as well as qualitative measures like team engagement and individual satisfaction. This blended approach gives a more comprehensive view of the team's performance.

Balancing project management with team development requires deliberate prioritization. I allocate time in our schedules for both project-related tasks and individual development activities, ensuring that we maintain focus on our goals while also investing time in growing our team's skills.