Software Engineering Manager (m/f/x)

We help millions make smarter spending decisions across discovery, evaluation, and (re-)purchase by connecting people with the right brands and retailers.

Our 1,000+ team across 10 countries builds products used every day at global scale, where you'll have real ownership and see your impact. Want to shape the destinations people rely on to shop with confidence? Keep reading.

We are looking for an Engineering Manager to join our Community Tribe in Winnipeg. At Atolls, your role will be instrumental in leading a high-performing engineering team and shaping how users discover deals and advice through advanced search capabilities.

As a key part of our team, you will drive the evolution from keyword-based search to intent-based discovery, building scalable systems that leverage community data and modern AI technologies.

At Atolls, we believe in nurturing both your professional and personal growth. Here's what you can expect:

• A culture that values personal and professional development, with internal mobility opportunities.
• A supportive and open-minded team that embraces diverse perspectives and innovative ideas.
• 32 days of paid vacation plus your birthday off, giving you the time you need to recharge.
• A flexible hybrid working scheme to balance work and life.
• Access to a learning budget and internal training to help you grow in your role.
• Mental health coaching to support your well-being.
• Regular global and local get-togethers to celebrate successes and build connections.
• The possibility of taking a sabbatical after three years with the company.
• A cloud-based company setup, providing flexibility and collaboration opportunities no matter where you are.

*These are global benefits that apply to all employees, with additional local perks based on your location.

• Lead and develop a team of 6-7 engineers, fostering engagement, performance, and continuous growth through feedback, coaching, and structured development.
• Define and drive the technical strategy for search systems, including vectorization, AI integration, and scalable architecture decisions.
• Collaborate closely with Product to translate business goals into a clear and executable technical roadmap.
• Ensure operational excellence by maintaining system reliability, performance, and cost efficiency across platforms.
• Optimize team processes using data insights to improve delivery speed, reduce bottlenecks, and ensure sustainable output.
• Act as a bridge between engineering and business stakeholders, communicating technical decisions and aligning expectations.

We're looking for someone with engineering leadership and backend development experience, who is dedicated to building scalable systems and leading high-performing teams.

• Technical Skills: PHP, Laravel, MySQL, cloud platforms (AWS or GCP), experience with search technologies or AI/LLM integration is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, ownership, mentoring.
• Language requirements: Fluent in English; other languages are a plus.

1. TA Call: Meet one of our Talent Experts and get to know Atolls better.
2. Technical Round: Consists of 2 parts; Focus on the technical aspects of the role (Through a Live Case), and meet your potential manager.
3. Final Round: Meet other Atollians