Engineering Manager
Amsterdam
Product and Engineering – Engineering /
Full-time /
Hybrid
We promise you can be yourself at Protolabs
Don’t meet every single requirement? Go ahead and apply anyway! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and we think this sucks. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels that they are valued in the workplace. If you’re looking at our page and you do not identify yourself, don't be discouraged to apply. You can help make our Protolabs even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams and it's one of our biggest secrets of success.
We are transforming the manufacturing industry and are on the lookout for the makers, the doers and the re-thinkers!
Protolabs Network provides engineers and designers access to more than 250 extensively vetted manufacturing partners. As part of Protolabs’ global services, we specialize in on-demand 3D printing, CNC machining, injection molding and sheet metal fabrication. Trusted by some of the most innovative companies in the world (NASA, HP, Audi and more), we are the world’s fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing solution. Some of the parts we’ve produced are even floating in space!
This is an Engineering Manager position ideally suited for an individual with prior leadership experience in a similar environment and a deep understanding of the needs of engineers across various technical disciplines. As the Engineering Manager of the Core Ops team, you will play a pivotal role in leading a high-impact team responsible for the core pillars of our technology infrastructure. Your leadership will ensure that our cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, core services, and third-party integrations are not only robust and scalable but also serve as a catalyst for development efficiency across all teams.
Our tech stack: Python (Flask/SQLAlchemy), Angular, PostgreSQL/Aurora, RabbitMQ, Docker, AWS: EC2, RDS, S3, Redshift.
Sound good? Keep reading!
What you'll do:
- Oversee the architecture, creation, and maintenance of a cutting-edge cloud infrastructure that meets the business's scalability, reliability, and security needs
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the CI/CD pipelines, promoting rapid and reliable code deployment (We are currently deploying multiple times every day, and this frequency is expected to increase rapidly in the near future)
- Lead the development and enhancement of core services such as authentication and authorization, ensuring system integrity and user security across the wider organization
- Oversee the integration and ongoing compatibility of third-party services with our platform (CRM, Messaging automation, ERP etc)Lead the innovation of tools and practices to accelerate development speed and improve feature quality across the company
- Head the maintenance and evolvement of our event-driven infrastructure to support our service-oriented architecture
- Directly manage a team of software engineers, assisting in their professional development, career path, and mastery of both soft and hard skills
- Act as a liaison to facilitate integration with the parent organization, aligning Core Ops initiatives with broader organization strategies
- Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, both within the team and in partnership with other groups within the company
What it takes:
- Engineering or related background with minimum 8 years software engineering experience, including 3 years leading teams and 5 years hands-on engineering
- Extensive leadership experience in software engineering with a track record of team management and personal development of team members
- Proficiency in cloud services, infrastructure management, and the design of secure, scalable systems
- Expertise in CI/CD processes, tools, and best practices in a DevOps environment
- Strong experience with service-oriented architectures and event-driven systems
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to foster a collaborative team environment
What's in it for you?
- Part of our incredible journey is clearly down to our amazing team, and we strongly believe in giving people a space to truly, authentically be themselves. We also believe that treating our employees well and sprinkling a great place to work with some nice perks, makes it a little sweeter!
- Annual company bonus. We celebrate success together! Employees are not only rewarded for their achievements but also for contributing to the overall success of the business
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements! (we try to accommodate where it’s possible, so feel free to ask us more about this)
- Wellness and well-being with access to OpenUp psychologists, practice mindfulness with Headspace and tons more
- Doggo-friendly office. We are big pet lovers and fully encourage hanging out with your (and your colleagues’) furry friends in the office
- Daily Lunch and snacks are provided in the office; it's a moment for our teams to connect and recharge. Shared meals strengthen our bonds and fuel collaboration
- Dedicate 20% of your work time to learning or joining projects! Whether that’s one of our ERGs or time spent on our in-house LEARN platform. From 3D printing to woodworking - there’s something for everything.
- Regular team events, socials and annual regional team trip
- Follow us on Instagram to see what Life at Protolabs is all about!
What to expect in the hiring process
Initial call
Kick-off with an initial screening with one Talent Acquisition Partners, not really an interview, but the chance to learn more about how we do things, our process and a chance for you to ask all the things you want to know
Hiring Manager
A deeper dive into the role, what we're looking for and for you to get to know one another
Take home challenge or presentation
Put your skills to the test. Depending on the role, you may be asked to work on a take-home challenge or a presentation to us. We know this won't show us all of your talents, but we can get a nice insight into how you work and vice versa.
Team Meeting
In most scenarios, you’ll get to meet your teammates or a member of the leadership team. This is a great chance for us to see how you fit into the wider organisation
Meet the culture ambassadors
Our culture is unique and so are you! Check your ego at the door because these cats are not interested in whether you're the best engineer. We want to hear all about the things that get you out of bed each morning, the special interests you have or random skills that you can teach us. Now's the time to show us your authentic self, no holding back. This is also your chance to ask about the behaviours that make us who we are, warts and all - because hiring is a two-way street!
