Engineering Manager at Ambit

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

PropTech, IoTIndustries

Requirements

3+ years experience leading high-performing engineering teams as a first-line manager
8-10+ years of hands-on experience building and scaling large scale distributed systems
Proven ability to deliver multiple projects simultaneously using agile practices in fast-paced environments
Experience managing teams of 6-10+ engineers across frontend, backend, and mobile
Strong track record of setting high engineering standards in code quality, observability, and engineering excellence
Skilled in driving team execution amid ambiguity, tight deadlines, and evolving priorities
Strong communicator who can influence technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated experience in hiring, developing, and retaining engineering talent
Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure (ideally AWS) and modern system design patterns for scalability and resilience
Proficiency with product development and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Productboard, Confluence, Google Docs, Figma, Testrails)
Formal education in a technical discipline (BS/MS), or equivalent practical experience
Passion for the smart home and smart apartment space, with curiosity for the evolving technology landscape
Proficiency in Python and/or Golang preferred

Responsibilities

Build a high-performance and delivery-oriented team with a high bar for technical deliverables, velocity and ownership
Influence architectural direction and technical decision-making across your domain
Collaborate closely with Product Management, Design, Quality, DevOps and others teams to define and deliver a clear, outcomes-focused roadmap
Ensure project execution follows agile best practices, with strong technical documentation and project tracking using tools like Jira, Productboard, and Confluence
Present team roadmap, progress and risks to Product and Engineering leadership
Hire, coach, and grow engineers across levels—from early-career to senior talent—fostering career growth and technical excellence
Champion a strong culture of engineering excellence, inclusion, and accountability
Own the long-term technical health of your systems, including scalability, observability, and tech debt management
Contribute to organizational learning and knowledge sharing through training and mentorship in internal forums

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Engineering ManagementSoftware ArchitectureTeam LeadershipIoTDevOps

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Engineering Manager position?

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Is this Engineering Manager role remote or onsite?

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What experience is required for the Engineering Manager role?

Candidates need 3+ years experience leading high-performing engineering teams as a first-line manager and 8-10+ years of hands-on experience building and scaling large scale distributed systems, plus proven ability to deliver multiple projects simultaneously.

What is the company culture like at Ambient?

Ambient values strategic thinkers and creative problem solvers who work through ambiguity while elevating people and systems; the role champions a strong culture of engineering excellence, inclusion, and accountability.

What makes a strong candidate for the Engineering Manager position?

A hands-on leader with deep technical expertise, strong people management skills, experience mentoring engineers, guiding architectural decisions, and collaborating across teams is ideal.

Ambit

Healthcare technology for rare disease management

About Ambit

Ambit improves the diagnosis and management of rare diseases through a comprehensive platform designed for patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and biopharmaceutical companies. The platform offers data, analytics, and testing services that help identify and diagnose patients, which is crucial for clinical trials and treatment access. Ambit partners with Patient Advocacy Groups and healthcare providers to enhance its services and support patient care. The company's goal is to streamline access to appropriate care and treatments for individuals affected by rare diseases.

Morristown, New JerseyHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$8.9MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees