Engineering Manager

• At Joko, our mission is to we help consumers save time and money when shopping online or in-store.
• Founded in Paris, Joko is a tech company and certified B Corp with over 120 talents across Paris, Barcelona, and New York (and beyond). More than 7 million users already save money every day at 10,000+ merchants with Joko.

From cashback and automatic coupons to price alerts, we've kept expanding our products to make shopping smarter. Today, Joko is an AI shopping app: with Juno, our shopping assistant, users can find the right product at the best price in only a few seconds, with recommendations that get sharper the more they use it.

• Having reached profitability in our core market, we're now scaling globally, with a strong focus on the US.
• It's still day 1, come build the future of shopping with us!
• This position is remote-friendly.

📱OUR TECH TEAM

• Our Tech team excels at solving cutting-edge technical challenges with elegant solutions.
• With a strong focus on product innovation and design, they are shaping the future of the online shopping experience.
• Their ambition is to have a positive impact on the everyday lives of hundreds of millions of users around the world.
• Software Engineers in the Tech team work hand-in-hand with the Product team, from exploration, design, and roadmap prioritization to implementation, and deployment in production.
• At Joko, we have firsthand experience that teams with engineers who possess a diverse range of skills, and where engineering and product collaborate closely, are able to deliver a truly delightful and innovative user experience.
• The Tech team is currently growing fast to continuously innovate on all parts of our product and tech stack and to empower the revolution of the way people shop online.

🎯 WHAT YOU WILL DO

• As Engineering Manager, you will manage a new team of exceptionally talented software engineers.
• This is a key leadership position at the helm of a team working on cutting-edge technical projects that encompass various domains (mobile development, AI/ML, infrastructure, real-time processing of large data streams, etc.).
• You will be responsible for the growth and success of this team, and also play a crucial role in the definition of the Engineering culture and the organization of tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment: Take a leading role in attracting and selecting the best talents to strengthen your team.
• Onboarding: Ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires, integrating them seamlessly into the team and helping them quickly become operational in their roles.
• People Growth: Spearhead the professional development of the engineers in your team, actively supporting their career progression and skill enhancement.
• Technical Leadership: Play an active role in reviewing the work of your team members, guide their technical decision-making, and provide technical and project management mentorship.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment with other teams, ensuring seamless communication and synergies across the Tech team and the whole organization.
• Strategic Coordination: Actively contribute to prioritization and strategic discussions with the Product Team to align engineering efforts with company objectives.
• Processes Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve the way your teams work to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Punctual Individual Contributions: Engage in punctual individual tasks such as automations, proofs of concept, explorations, optimizations, or bug fixes to maintain hands-on expertise and contribute to critical projects.

👀 WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for talented engineering managers who combine technical excellence with curiosity, ownership, and a product-driven mindset. You might fit perfectly if you recognise yourself in the following:

• Experience: You have 3+ years of experience in Software Engineering with at least 1 year in a management position.
• Track record: You've demonstrated high potential through one or more of the following:
• Strong experience or growth in a top-tier company or project;
• A strong entrepreneurial or open-source background;
• A top-tier academic background (for more junior profiles);
• Speaking at conferences, organising meetups, or contributing to tech communities.
• Advanced technical expertise: You possess extensive experience in software architecture and design, demonstrating a deep understanding of complex systems and robust software engineering practices. You are constantly looking at emerging technologies and you keep a close eye on the latest trends in the domain.
• Builder's mindset: You like getting hands-on. You think in terms of impact and see technology as a means to create real value for users.
• Full-stack spirit: You're not limited by a specific layer or language. You care about solving problems end-to-end.
• Fast learner: You're quick to pick up new technologies, frameworks, or practices, and you're comfortable in fast-changing environments.
• Problem solver: You have strong analytical skills and enjoy tackling complex challenges with a creative yet pragmatic approach.
• Communication: You can explain complex ideas simply, structure your thoughts clearly, and listen actively.
• Team player: You're humble, open to feedback, and eager to help others grow as much as you grow yourself.
• Drive & ownership: You take initiative, hold yourself accountable, and aim for excellence in everything you do.
• Languages: You're fluent in English, both written and spoken. French is not required.

💎 OUR PERKS

(Some of the benefits listed below are available to full-time positions only)

At Joko, we believe that flexibility and trust are essential. Our work environment reflects this through:

• Flexible remote : If you live in Paris, you can choose to work from our office or from home with no constraints. If you live elsewhere, we can provide access to a coworking space and a coworking budget.
• Work from anywhere : Want to spend a month in Italy while working? You can work from most countries in the world for up to 3 months per year.

On top of that, we offer plenty of perks:

• 💸 Top-market compensation
• 📈 Equity for everyone with the chance to own a piece of what you build
• 🤖 Half-day each week dedicated to leveling up with AI by exploring new tools, iterating hard, and sharpening your skills
• 🌴 Yearly offsite in amazing locations and budget for team-building events & monthly in-person gatherings
• 💪 Contribution to your ClassPass subscription
• 🍼 8-week leave paid 100% for the second parent
• …and much more, check the full list here https://notion.so/joko/20f4ead2bfc54137b9d805bd9abbb758?pvs=4&v=e2baac50c1844149a219895e0d1c2912!

🤝 OUR HIRING PROCESS

• Intro call: Quick screening with the Hiring Manager or the Talent team.
• Step 1 – Team interview (45 min): Conversation with two Joko team members (could include the Hiring Manager, people from the team you'd join, or colleagues from other teams).
• Step 2 – Role-specific assessments
• For non-engineering roles: A take-home case study followed by a 45-min interview. We assess both your output and how you think in real time. The exercise will be relevant to your role (e.g. analysis, strategy, or process design).
• For engineering roles: A 90-min live technical interview on CoderPad covering code understanding, review, system design, and product thinking (with AI serving as a collaboration tool).
• Step 3 – Leadership interview (45 min): Conversation with a SteerCo member and a Founder.
• References: Up to 3 calls with former colleagues or managers.

☕ You may also be invited for coffee with team members to get a feel for our culture.