Engineering Manager

About the company

Invia Travel Group is a prominent pan-European online travel agency with over 800 employees. We operate in several European countries, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.  

We have a variety of online travel platforms that cater to different aspects of travel and accommodation. These platforms include Invia.cz, travelplanet.pl, which offers a wide range of summer and winter tours; Ab-in-den-Urlaub.de, which provides last-minute trips, vacation packages, apartments, flights, rental cars, and a platform that provides flight offers from over 550 airlines; and several others, each specializing in various facets of travel and accommodation. 

Invia Group's story is marked by rapid growth and expansion, having entered seven countries within two years. We merged operations from different countries to form the current Invia Group, a dominant online player in the DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and CEE (Central and Eastern Europe) regions. 

Invia Group's mission is to help people travel the world. We aspire to become the most customer-centric provider among Online Travel Agencies. We are focused on expanding our position in the online travel market and aim to be a one-stop-shop package platform for customers, offering everything from traditional package tours to tailored individual trips. 

We offer a stable and friendly working environment. We are cash-positive. 

Who are we looking for?

We are looking Engineering Manager who will be managing complex Backoffice projects that directly affect our business, internal customers and external ones, aligning with our mission to become the most customer-centric online travel agency. The ideal candidate will navigate ambiguity and change, foster collaboration across teams, and drive efficiency and innovation in line with our core principles. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a stable, friendly, and growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies aligned with company goals.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Continuously improve engineering processes and workflows.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support the professional development of team members.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the engineering industry.
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role, managing engineering teams.
• Proficiency in one of the following programming languages: PHP, GoLang, Java, Scala, or JavaScript.
• Can-do attitude with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of developer experience (DX) and familiarity with concepts such as SLO (Service Level Objectives) and SLI (Service Level Indicators).
• Experience with metrics used by development teams.
• Strong command of English, both written and spoken, to ensure effective communication with international teams.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively under pressure.

Our offer

• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 26 days of paid leave (on B2B)
• Sick Leave: Receive 100% paid sick leave for up to 20 days (on B2B)
• Birthday Leave: Take a paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Flexible Working Hours: Our core hours are 9 AM to 3 PM
• Hybrid Work Model: Work 2 days in the office and 3 days from home
• Health and Wellness: Shared costs for sports activities and private medical care
• Professional Development: Shared costs for training and courses
• Life Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for peace of mind
• Employee Discounts: Access to corporate products and services at discounted prices

Are you ready to shape the future of online travel? Join our dynamic team and help millions of customers explore the world.

Apply now, and let's embark on this exciting journey together!

Please send your resume in English.