Engineering Manager - Family (x/f/m)

As the Engineering Manager at Doctolib, your primary responsibilities will include leading a team of engineers in developing advanced healthcare technology, ensuring the quality of code and its delivery, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to address clinical needs. You'll pioneer features that enhance user experiences for families and play a key role in shaping the engineering culture.

To qualify for the Engineering Manager role at Doctolib, candidates should have 2+ years of experience managing engineering teams, with a proven track record in developing talent. A strong background in improving platform performance, commitment to high-quality standards, and proficiency in English are essential. Experience in healthcare technology or B2C products can give candidates an added advantage.

As an Engineering Manager at Doctolib, your work will have a direct impact on families by leading the development of crucial healthcare solutions that assist in the health management of children and parents alike. By building features that enhance user engagement and accessibility, you'll contribute to improving healthcare experiences for millions.

In the Engineering Manager role at Doctolib, you will manage a diverse team of talented engineers focused on backend development primarily using Java and Python for innovative healthcare solutions. You'll be responsible for recruiting, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative environment that inspires creativity and technical excellence.

Doctolib offers a comprehensive benefits package for its Engineering Managers, including free health insurance for you and your family, a parental care program, mental health and coaching resources, flexible work arrangements, and more. These benefits reflect our commitment to fostering a supportive and healthy work environment.

When answering this question, be honest and provide examples of how your management style promotes collaboration and innovation. Discuss your approach to mentoring, how you handle conflict, and the importance of feedback in creating a positive team culture.

Detail your strategies for maintaining code quality, such as implementing code reviews, testing practices, and leveraging automated tools. Emphasize the importance of fostering an environment where developers prioritize writing clean and maintainable code.

Share specific examples from your background where you've worked in healthcare technology or related fields. Highlight any projects that involved innovative solutions or direct impact on patient care as this will be especially relevant to the role at Doctolib.

Discuss your methodologies for prioritization, such as agile practices or OKRs, and how you align project goals with overall business objectives. Provide examples of situations where you successfully managed competing priorities.

Talk about your approach to recruitment and how you create a compelling work environment that encourages retention. Mention the importance of professional development, team culture, and clear career pathways for engineers.

Prepare a specific example that illustrates your problem-solving skills and leadership during challenging times. Explain the situation, your strategy, and the outcome, focusing on how you motivated and supported your team.

Describe your methods for staying informed, such as attending industry conferences, engaging in online communities, or following relevant publications. This will showcase your commitment to continuous learning and keeping abreast of advancements in healthcare technology.

Explain the importance of collaboration within a development team and how it leads to better outcomes. Provide examples of how you've fostered collaboration in your teams and the positive results achieved.

Discuss the key performance indicators (KPIs) you use to evaluate success, such as user engagement metrics or project delivery timelines. Be prepared to give examples of how you have tracked successes and made adjustments based on findings.

Share your passion for leadership and mentoring engineers, and the joy of seeing your team's work make a positive impact. Reflect on specific moments that have been particularly fulfilling in your career as an Engineering Manager.