Engineering Manager

Cybercrime is rising, reaching record highs in 2024. According to the FBI's IC3 report total losses exceeded $16 billion. With investment fraud and BEC scams at the forefront, the message is clear: the real estate sector remains a lucrative target for cybercriminals. At CertifID, we take this threat seriously and provide a secure platform that verifies the identities of parties involved in transactions, authenticates wire transfer instructions, and detects potential fraud attempts. Our technology is designed to mitigate risks and ensure that every transaction is conducted with confidence and peace of mind.

We know we couldn’t take on this challenge without our incredible team. We have been recognized as one of the Best Startups to Work for in Austin, made the Inc. 5000 list, and won Best Culture by Purpose Jobs two years in a row. We are guided by our core values and our vision of a world without wire fraud. We offer a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to meaningful impact and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing security and fighting fraud.

The Engineering Manager at CertifID will push the boundaries of innovation and further our people-first values by directing the activities of one of our Software Engineering teams. This role is for a former engineer who loves expanding their reach by leading a high-performing team of engineers.  The candidate should be experienced in building back-end systems at scale.

How you will make your impact: 

- Foster a culture of psychological safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Deeply learn our business to successfully collaborate with other groups across the company to ensure our systems are secure, resilient, and deployed with guaranteed reliability.

- Lead and manage a team of software engineers, providing mentorship and guidance.

- Oversee the design, development, and deployment of software applications.

- Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables.

- Ensure the team adheres to best practices in software development, including code reviews, testing, and documentation.

- Drive continuous improvement in software development processes and practices.- Manage engineering team commitments and resources to ensure successful project delivery.

- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the team.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our software solutions remain competitive

Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

- Although not a strict requirement, candidates for this position will usually have 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering and team management

- Experience in a named role as a people leader.

- Strong technical background

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Experience with current development methodologies and project management tools.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong collaboration and communication skills, valuing teamwork and effective knowledge sharing with technical and non-technical team members.

- Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with a knack for problem-solving and optimizing

- Bring a sense of ownership, demonstrate craftsmanship, enjoy collaboration, and have the drive to make an impact.

- Accountable to self and others, establishes trust through consistent and transparent actions.

- Proven track record as a lifelong learner, staying ahead of technological advancements and embracing new methodologies.

Not sure if you check all the boxes? Apply anyway! We know that great talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If you're excited about this role and believe you can grow into it, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people who are eager to learn, adapt, and solve challenges—so if that sounds like you, don’t let a checklist hold you back!

What we offer:

- Health, dental, and vision Insurance (including a $0 option), 401k with matching, and no waiting period

- EquityWellness reimbursement of $300/year

- Life insurance

- Parental leave

- Flexible vacation

- 12 company-paid holidays

- No work on your birthday

- An award-winning culture

- Competitive pay. We aim to meet or lead the market and use Carta Total Compensation to benchmark our roles. Starting salary for this position will be shared during the first screening call.

Change doesn't happen overnight, and the same goes for us here at CertifID. We PROGRESS collectively and individually as we grow, abiding by our core values. Protect the Customer, Raise the Bar, Operate with Urgency, Grow with Grit, Ride the Wave, Enthusiasm Spreads, Stay Connected, Send It.