About the job
Greetings! I’m Colin, Director of Engineering for Europe at Ashby. Are you excited by the idea of engineers taking the reins on product specifications, making impactful product decisions, and steering projects without being bogged down by excessive ticketing? If this resonates with you, keep reading! We are on the lookout for an innovative Engineering Manager to help cultivate a unique engineering culture at Ashby.
Why is our approach different? Throughout my career, I've seen talented engineers struggle to deliver because of rigid processes or the need for more data. Some of our most successful initiatives have emerged from skunkworks projects, where engineers take full ownership of challenges and drive them to completion. I aim to foster this ownership mindset at Ashby.
Our processes have often been shaped by a pessimistic view that confines individuals to narrow roles, minimizing the risk of unmet standards. At Ashby, we're committed to creating an environment that is optimistic about what engineers can achieve, empowering them to innovate while providing the necessary space to excel.
As an Engineering Manager, your focus will be on nurturing your team, developing their skills, and creating an environment that encourages them to consistently deliver their best work with minimal distractions. For junior EMs, we maintain a limit of six direct reports to ensure that you can engage deeply with the team, providing guidance, encouragement, and even coding alongside them when necessary. We believe in a hands-on managerial approach that keeps our leaders off the critical path.
Our talented and collaborative team of over 25 engineers is already in place, and you will play a key role in managing this growing group in Europe.
In addition to leading your team, you will also have the opportunity to contribute directly to projects. Here are some examples of past initiatives by our engineering leaders:
Provide constructive feedback on product and technical specifications, guiding engineers on where they can refine scope or enhance quality. You'll influence and coach individual contributors to make informed decisions.
Empower engineers to tackle large, loosely defined projects and deliver results with minimal intervention. While they will still seek assistance when necessary, the emphasis is on them taking the lead.
