Job Description: Engineering Manager at Sony Music Entertainment
Sony Music Entertainment UK is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead our platform teams in London or Tallinn. The role involves managing a team of full-stack engineers, developing internal platforms, and driving engineering vision in collaboration with directors and product teams.
1. Build and lead a high-performance agile development team, balancing new feature development with system maintenance.
2. Manage, mentor, and conduct regular 1:1s with engineers, including contractors.
3. Collaborate with directors to shape engineering strategies and with product teams to develop aligned solutions.
4. Drive continuous improvement of our platforms and experiment with new technologies.
5. Ensure the team adheres to best practices, including writing unit and integration tests and reviewing code changes.
Qualifications:
* Experience working in an agile team environment.
* Strong organizational and analytical skills to manage complex projects.
* Interest in music and understanding of the music business.
* Ability to influence cross-functional teams and foster consensus.
* Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, visual).
* Experience with React and frontend JavaScript is a plus.
* At least 2 years in an engineering management role.
* Over 5 years of experience in software development and maintaining complex products.
* Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PHP, or JavaScript.
* Experience with testing frameworks and code review processes.
About Sony Music Entertainment:
We are a global leader in music, supporting artists and innovating at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology. Our culture is built on artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
* Various health, wellness, and social benefits, including private healthcare, dental, and a range of social activities.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Inclusive and diverse work environment.
This position offers a chance to be part of a vibrant, creative community dedicated to pushing creative boundaries.
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