Engineering Manager 2 at Homebase

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, AIIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities
Proven ability to mentor and develop technical teams
Experience leading AI projects and initiatives is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of software engineers, providing guidance and mentorship while fostering an environment that encourages innovation and high standards
Drive the development and implementation of strategic AI systems that align with organizational goals
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are executed efficiently and effectively
Foster AI fluency within your team, encouraging the continuous exploration and implementation of AI tools and methodologies
Develop and maintain a roadmap for team projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery of solutions
Ensure compliance with technical, quality, and safety standards within all engineering practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Software EngineeringAITeam LeadershipProject ManagementMentorshipRoadmap Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Homebase offer?

Homebase provides stock options with TFSA/RRSP matching up to 4%, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents, flex time off plus company holidays and focus periods, maternity/parental leave EI top-up after 6 months, and work from anywhere flexibility.

Is this role remote or office-based?

The role is based in the Toronto hub but offers 'Work From Anywhere' flexibility.

What experience and skills are required for this Engineering Manager role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, minimum 5 years in software engineering with at least 3 years in leadership, strong organizational and project management skills, excellent communication and collaboration, and proven ability to mentor teams; AI project experience is a plus.

What is the company culture like at Homebase?

Homebase has a bold, fast-moving team obsessed with helping small businesses thrive, guided by 'The Homie Way' principles like being customer obsessed, moving fast and learning fast, owning impact, mastering your craft, and winning together through trust and collaboration.

What makes a strong candidate for this Engineering Manager position?

A strong candidate will have 5+ years of software engineering experience including 3+ years in leadership, a relevant degree, skills in organization, project management, communication, and mentoring, plus experience leading AI projects.

Homebase

Workforce management software for hourly employees

About Homebase

Homebase provides a digital platform that helps businesses with hourly workers manage their operations more effectively. The platform includes tools for time tracking, employee scheduling, payroll processing, and messaging. Businesses can use any device to track employee hours, breaks, and overtime, which simplifies payroll preparation by reducing paperwork. Managers can create and adjust schedules online, sharing them instantly with their teams. The payroll service automatically calculates paychecks, processes direct deposits, and files payroll taxes, making payroll management easier for small businesses. Additionally, the built-in messaging feature allows for effective communication between managers and employees, even when they are not in the same location. Homebase primarily serves small businesses and generates revenue by charging for its software and services. The goal of Homebase is to streamline workforce management for businesses that rely on hourly workers.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$183.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Stock options

Comprehensive insurance plans

401(k) with 4% company match

Remote, hybrid, and in-office work options

Top-of-the-line equipment and home office

Annual holidays and accrued PTO

Fun company activities

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Deputy could erode Homebase's market share.

Rapid Canadian expansion may strain resources and lead to operational challenges.

Dependency on third-party platforms like Lightspeed poses risks if partnerships change.

Differentiation

Homebase targets hourly workers, a segment often overlooked by HR tech companies.

The platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools for small business workforce management.

Homebase integrates payroll, scheduling, and communication in a single, user-friendly application.

Upsides

Homebase secured $60M in Series D funding, indicating strong investor confidence.

The company is expanding into Canada, doubling its workforce and opening a new office.

Integration with Lightspeed enhances Homebase's capabilities in workforce management.

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