About KingMakersKingMakers is redefining sports and gaming entertainment across Africa through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. As an Engineering Manager for Payments, you will lead a team of engineers in building scalable, high-performance systems and mentor others while aligning technical execution with business goals.About the RoleAs an Engineering Manager, you will:Lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring the delivery of innovative, scalable, and maintainable solutions that align with business objectivesDrive technical excellence by promoting best practices, resolving complex challenges, and fostering a collaborative environmentAct as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders, aligning technical roadmaps with business goals while communicating risks and opportunities effectivelyFocus on team growth, ensuring engineers have the tools, guidance, and support to excel in their rolesKey ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipGuide the team in designing and developing scalable, secure, and reliable payment systemsOversee system architecture, balancing innovation with maintainability and performanceEnsure smooth execution of complex, cross-functional projectsChampion best practices, testing, and quality assurance in all deliverablesTeam ManagementMentor, coach, and grow engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and innovationProvide clear feedback, career guidance, and motivation to help team members excelBuild cohesion across frontend and backend squads,



ensuring alignment on goals and deliveryStrategic & Operational ExcellenceCollaborate with stakeholders to define technical roadmaps aligned with business goalsDrive continuous improvement in workflows, observability, and incident managementBalance priorities between new feature development, system maintenance, and bug fixingRequirementsWe are looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about technology and thrives in a rapidly growing organization. To be successful in this role, you'll need:Top AttributesTeam player & humble leaderExceptional communication skillsProactive problem-solverProven experience leading engineering teamsTechnical SkillsStrong expertise in React, Tailwind, Angular, C#, .NET, SQL, MongoDB, KafkaExperience with cloud infrastructure (Azure or similar) is highly valuedFamiliarity with financial/booking systemsKnowledge of microservices, event-driven systems, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)Solid grounding in CI/CD, test automation, and Agile practicesBonus Points ForPayments or iGaming industry experiencePrivate Health Insurance: Free health insurance with Alan for you, and discounts for your partner and children/sExtra Time Off: Additional leave days, including your birthday offHybrid Work: A adaptable arrangement with 2 days in the office and 3 days remote each weekTeam Activities: Regular events to build connections and foster collaborationReduced Working Hours: Fridays, and full months of July and AugustOffice Perks: Free snacks, coffee, and a welcoming environmentPerformance Bonus: Discretionary rewards recognizing your contributionsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: IT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at KingMakers.Get notified about new Engineering Manager jobs in Madrid, Spain.
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📌 Engineering Manager (Madrid)
🏢 KingMakers
📍 Madrid