Engineering Manager • Lead

Who you are

You have a proven track record of leadership in mobile engineering, with experience managing teams that develop applications for both iOS and Android platforms. Your strong technical instincts in mobile development allow you to guide your team effectively while fostering a collaborative environment. You thrive in cross-functional settings, working closely with product managers, designers, and infrastructure teams to ensure that the mobile applications are fast, reliable, and scalable. You understand the nuances of mobile technology and are passionate about creating exceptional user experiences.

You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and build alignment across various teams. Your experience in setting strategic direction and aligning teams around common goals will be crucial as you help shape the future of Whatnot's mobile experience. You are committed to mentoring and developing your team members, helping them grow in their careers while achieving project objectives.

Desirable

Experience with live shopping platforms or e-commerce applications would be a plus, as would familiarity with community-driven marketplaces. You are adaptable and open to learning new technologies and methodologies that can enhance the mobile development process. A background in agile methodologies and experience with performance optimization for mobile applications will also be beneficial.

What you'll do

As the Engineering Manager for Mobile at Whatnot, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for the mobile foundations that power our iOS and Android applications. You will collaborate closely with product and design teams to define the mobile roadmap and ensure that our applications meet the highest standards of performance and user experience. Your role will involve setting technical direction, establishing best practices, and ensuring that the team is aligned with the overall goals of the organization.

You will be responsible for overseeing the development process, from ideation to deployment, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within scope. You will also play a key role in hiring and building a high-performing mobile engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Your leadership will help drive the adoption of new technologies and practices that enhance our mobile offerings.

What we offer

At Whatnot, we believe in the power of community and innovation. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the future of e-commerce. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with a flexible work environment that supports both remote and in-office collaboration. Join us as we redefine online marketplaces and create a vibrant community for buyers and sellers alike.