Engineering Manager - Personalization

Who you are

You have a proven track record in engineering management, with experience leading teams in a technology-driven environment. Your focus is on supporting your team members, ensuring their growth as engineers, and fostering a positive work culture. You understand the importance of delivering healthy technology and are committed to helping your team excel in their roles. Your technical background allows you to challenge your team effectively and guide them in their strategic and execution efforts.

You possess strong communication skills, enabling you to collaborate with various stakeholders, including technologists, product insight specialists, designers, and product managers. You are passionate about personalization and understand the intricacies of building scalable systems that cater to millions of users. You thrive in environments where you can influence culture and facilitate technical delivery, ensuring that your team is aligned with the company's goals.

You are adept at managing multi-objective projects and can navigate the complexities of working with multiple services and stakeholders. Your leadership style encourages innovation and creativity, allowing your team to explore new ideas while maintaining a focus on delivering results. You are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute.

Desirable

Experience in the music or entertainment industry is a plus, as it provides context for understanding user preferences and behaviors. Familiarity with recommendation systems and data-driven decision-making will enhance your ability to lead the Personalization team effectively.

What you'll do

As the Engineering Manager II for the Personalization team at Spotify, you will lead a high-performing group dedicated to making music and podcast recommendations more enjoyable for users. Your primary responsibility will be to support your team, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed. You will work closely with your team to develop strategies that enhance user experience and drive engagement across Spotify's platforms.

You will oversee the technical delivery of projects, ensuring that your team meets scalability and latency guarantees while serving hundreds of millions of users. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to align on product vision and execution, facilitating discussions that drive innovation and improve existing systems.

You will also be responsible for mentoring and developing your team members, helping them grow in their careers and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will conduct regular one-on-ones to discuss career development and provide feedback on performance, ensuring that each team member feels supported and valued.

In addition to team management, you will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of the Personalization team. You will be involved in strategic planning, helping to define the roadmap for future projects and initiatives. Your insights will be crucial in identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation within the team.

What we offer

At Spotify, you will be part of a dynamic and inclusive culture that values collaboration and creativity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. You will work in a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and valued, and where you can make a meaningful impact on the user experience for millions of listeners worldwide. Join us in our mission to enhance the way people discover and enjoy music and podcasts.