Engineering Manager (Remote)
Huckleberry Labs · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead core product engineering at Huckleberry Labs.
- Scale mobile infrastructure for 10M+ users.
- Manage and mentor onshore/offshore engineering teams.
- Integrate AI to optimize development lifecycle.
- Translate business goals into technical roadmaps.
About the role
About Huckleberry
At Huckleberry, our purpose is simple yet powerful: to build life-changing products and experiences that help all families unlock everyday magic.
Today, more than 5 million families trust Huckleberry and our app to be their partner through parenthood. Real pediatric expertise works hand-in-hand with data science, AI, and behavioral science to provide support behind-the-scenes that guides every parent through their unique journey.
We believe every family should feel taken care of—which is why we’re growing quickly and expanding our product offerings to help every family thrive.
About The Role
As the Engineering Manager, you will oversee the core products that made us the number 1 recommendation to new parents! You'll be dedicated to nurturing our cornerstone offerings, making sure they stay reliable and high-quality so we can continue to scale alongside the community we serve. You will bridge the gap between high-level business objectives and technical execution, transforming our core product strategy into a clear, actionable roadmap. You will lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, fostering their professional growth and alignment, as well as working cross-functionally with all teams at Huckleberry that help us execute on our mission of helping every family thrive.
Areas of Responsibility
- Infrastructure & Performance: Own the technical health of our core mobile products. You will build and improve the infrastructure necessary to maintain high performance for 10M+ active users
- Strategic Roadmap Execution: Translate business goals into technical milestones. You will be responsible for the "how" and the "when," ensuring the team delivers high-quality features on schedule
- Quality & Bug Resilience: Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for bug management. This includes rapid-response workflows and proactive architectural shifts to reduce technical debt and prevent bugs at the source
- AI Integration (Agentic Workflows): Lead the charge in optimizing our development lifecycle using AI. You will be expected to embed agentic AI tools for product building, automated testing, accelerated build times, and enhanced code quality
- Global Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a high-performing team, including an offshore engineering contingent. You will be responsible for setting the cultural and professional bar for the team
- Process Optimization: Design and implement engineering workflows that balance speed with stability
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in Software Engineering, with at least 3+ years of people management experience
- Track record of leading engineering teams that have scaled B2C products beyond 10 million users
- Accomplished people leader and manager of both onshore and offshore teams, developing talent and creating a culture of engineering excellence
- Deep expertise in mobile ecosystems (iOS/Android) and the infrastructure required to support them at scale
- Proven experience embedding agentic AI into the SDLC, measurably improving engineering velocity and code reliability
- Exceptional communication skills, specifically in managing stakeholders and distributed teams
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with a proven track record collaborating closely with Product Managers to translate business goals into technical milestones, actionable roadmaps, and exceptional execution
Huckleberry Labs is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Huckleberry Labs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Please note that we are currently only able to hire full-time employees in the following states: CA, DE, GA, IL, MA, MI, NV, NY, OR, TX, WY, and VA.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Benefits Include:
- Equity
- Unlimited PTO
- Health
- Vision
- Dental
- Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregiver
- 401k match
Key skills/competency
- Engineering Management
- Mobile Ecosystems (iOS/Android)
- Infrastructure Scaling
- AI Integration in SDLC
- B2C Product Scaling
- Team Leadership (Onshore/Offshore)
- Strategic Roadmap Execution
- Bug Management
- SDLC Optimization
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Engineering Manager
- Software Engineering
- People Management
- Mobile Development
- Infrastructure
- AI Integration
- SDLC
- Team Leadership
- B2C Products
- Remote Work
- Product Management
- Agile
- iOS
- Android
- Scalability
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in scaling B2C products, people management, and mobile ecosystems.
- Showcase AI integration: Emphasize proven success embedding AI in the SDLC for velocity and reliability.
- Quantify achievements: Provide metrics on scaling products beyond 10 million users and team performance.
- Demonstrate leadership: Detail experience managing diverse, distributed teams and fostering engineering excellence.
- Align with values: Express passion for Huckleberry's mission of supporting families.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of an Engineering Manager at Huckleberry Labs?
- As an Engineering Manager at Huckleberry Labs, you will be responsible for the technical health and performance of core mobile products, translating business goals into a technical roadmap, managing and mentoring a high-performing engineering team (including offshore members), and optimizing development processes, with a focus on AI integration for enhanced efficiency and quality.
- What kind of experience is Huckleberry Labs looking for in an Engineering Manager candidate?
- Huckleberry Labs seeks candidates with 7+ years in Software Engineering, including at least 3 years in people management. Key experience includes scaling B2C products to over 10 million users, managing diverse (onshore/offshore) teams, expertise in mobile ecosystems (iOS/Android) and supporting infrastructure, and proven success embedding agentic AI into the SDLC to improve development velocity and reliability.
- How does Huckleberry Labs leverage AI in its hiring process for the Engineering Manager role?
- Huckleberry Labs may utilize AI tools to assist in the hiring process, such as reviewing applications and analyzing resumes for the Engineering Manager position. These tools support the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment in the final hiring decisions.
- What is the work arrangement for the Engineering Manager position at Huckleberry Labs?
- The Engineering Manager position at Huckleberry Labs is a remote role. However, please note that full-time employment is currently limited to residents in specific US states: CA, DE, GA, IL, MA, MI, NV, NY, OR, TX, WY, and VA.
- What are the benefits offered to an Engineering Manager at Huckleberry Labs?
- Huckleberry Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package including Equity, Unlimited PTO, Health, Vision, Dental insurance, Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers, and a 401k match.
- How important is experience with AI in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for this role?
- Experience embedding agentic AI into the SDLC is a critical requirement for this Engineering Manager role. Candidates are expected to demonstrate measurable improvements in engineering velocity and code reliability through AI integration.
- What does Huckleberry Labs value in its engineering culture?
- Huckleberry Labs values engineering excellence, professional growth, and fostering a culture where teams can thrive. They aim to provide support and guidance for parents through technology, and expect their engineering leaders to uphold high standards and effectively mentor their teams.