Engineering Manager

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Engineering Manager – Solutions Engineering in Bulgaria.In this role, you will lead and inspire a distributed team of software engineers building next-generation infrastructure-as-code and automation solutions. You will operate at the intersection of software development, cloud infrastructure, and operations, directly influencing how modern platforms are built and managed at scale. The position combines people leadership with hands-on technical contribution, offering a strong balance between strategic direction and execution. You will collaborate closely with global teams, working in a fully remote, international environment. The impact of your work will be highly visible, shaping both engineering culture and product quality. This role is ideal for a technically strong leader passionate about open-source, DevOps, and developing high-performing teams.AccountabilitiesLead, mentor, and grow a globally distributed team of Python engineers, ensuring high engagement, performance, and career development.Drive technical excellence by contributing to code, setting engineering standards, and promoting best practices in design, testing, documentation, and performance.Plan, manage, and deliver complex engineering initiatives aligned with business and product goals.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, product, and leadership, to ensure alignment and smooth execution.Advocate for modern, agile software development and DevOps practices across teams.Foster a healthy, inclusive, and collaborative engineering culture while actively participating in the broader leadership community.RequirementsProven experience leading and developing software engineering teams in a remote or distributed environment.Strong background in Python software development, with hands-on experience in automation and DevOps-oriented workflows.Solid understanding of cloud computing concepts, Linux systems, and infrastructure operations.Experience with modern infrastructure technologies such as Kubernetes and/or OpenStack.Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.A people-first mindset, with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and continuous learning.Bonus points for experience with large-scale, multi-cloud environments, operations-focused roles, or additional languages such as Go.BenefitsCompetitive compensation package with annual performance reviews and performance-based bonuses.Fully distributed work environment with flexibility and global collaboration.Personal learning and development budget to support continuous growth.Annual leave, parental leave, and comprehensive wellness and assistance programs.Opportunities to travel internationally for team sprints and company events.Recognition programs and additional travel-related perks for long-haul events.Why Apply Through Jobgether?We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.We appreciate your interest and wish you the bestData Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.#J-18808-Ljbffr