Engineering Manager, Plaqad at BlackHouse Media (BHM) Nigeria

BHM is an international communications services company operating from Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, the United Kingdom and the United States to help organisations communicate for impact. Founded in 2006, we work with clients and partners in diverse sectors, including technology, fast-moving consumer goods, entertainment, financial services, telecommunications, education, and media, as well as government and non-governmental organisations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineering Manager, Plaqad

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Technology Officer

Job Summary

• We are a fast-growing technology startup seeking an Engineering Manager to spearhead the development and growth of innovative products and ideas within Plaqad, and for Plaqad clients (corporations and brands). Apart from being an individual contributor, you will also be expected to advise Plaqad’s senior management on product development, technology projects and digital transformation strategies.
• In your role, you will help execute our ambition to become a technology company of choice for professionals who want to put themselves and the African continent on the map for good.
• We put people before profit and want you to help us institutionalise this ethos while creating a dynamic, engaging and inclusive workplace that fosters excellence and innovation for the benefit of colleagues, clients, and shareholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering team, ensuring efficient development and delivery of Plaqad's marketing and communications technology services.
• Collaborate with the product team to define and prioritise technical requirements and features.
• Develop and implement engineering best practices, processes, and methodologies to ensure high-quality software development.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Oversee the technical architecture and design of Plaqad's software products.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and tools, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance the company's technology stack and development processes.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, design, and operations, to ensure seamless integration of engineering efforts.
• Contribute to the development of Plaqad's technical strategy and roadmap.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of Plaqad's software products.

Educational / Professional Qualifications Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Relevant professional certifications, such as Scrum Master or Project Management Professional (PMP), are beneficial.
• Minimum of 8 years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing engineering teams in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Experience in developing and delivering media, marketing or communications technology solutions.
• Strong experience with modern software development methodologies, such as Agile and Scrum.
• Hands-on experience with relevant programming languages and frameworks, such as Rails, React, etc.
• Experience with the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in product development
• Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS or Google Cloud, and their associated services.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Aptitudes:

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Deep understanding of software development life cycle and best practices.
• Knowledge of modern software architecture patterns and design principles.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, such as continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD).
• Familiarity with current advancements in AI
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in marketing technology (MarTech) or related domains.
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the tech community.
• Experience with data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Familiarity with agile project management tools
• Entrepreneurial mindset and passion for innovation.

Benefits
We offer:

• Competitive pay, including housing support, own school fees support, power support, and travel support, in line with the peculiarities of working from Nigeria.
• Flexible and customisable working
• Unlimited paid sick days after one year of full-time employment
• Unlimited paid time off as of the first day of confirmation of full-time employment
• Gym memberships
• Premium group life insurance (6x yearly remuneration)
• Premium Healthcare Insurance (Reliance HMO Diamond)
• Performance-based bonus.

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• This job description conveys information essential to understanding the scope of an Engineering Manager position at Plaqad.
• It is not an exhaustive list, and Plaqad reserves the right to modify or amend job duties and responsibilities to meet the firm's evolving needs.

The selection process:

• Shortlisted candidates will undergo a test and a presentation/technical interview. This process may be complemented with psychometric testing to assess other abilities, potentials and personalities.
• The successful candidate is expected to resume on or before December 1, 2024.