Manager - Planning & Engineering

We’re an authentic team who bring our diverse backgrounds, ideas, experiences and cultures together to make payroll magic. Speaking of, we “pull rabbits out of hats” for thousands of small business owners across Canada who rely on our payroll software to pay their employees and process their payroll taxes. We are looking for people who share our understanding that when it comes to our commitment to our customers: we mean business. Especially given that the consequences of getting payroll wrong can sometimes be dire.
We’re looking for a talented Engineering Manager who doesn’t shy away from tackling hard problems and interesting (well, most times) subjects like payroll and HR technology. You’ll lead and mentor a cross-functional engineering team while executing technical strategies, ensuring code quality, and fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. You will report directly to our Director of Engineering .
Delivering end-to-end project execution from planning to release, ensuring on-time delivery and stakeholder satisfaction
Driving the implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient engineering solutions
Maintaining high standards for code quality, coverage, and technical documentation
Monitoring system performance and proactively addressing optimization opportunities
Training your team on new technologies and fostering a knowledge-sharing culture
Managing individual and team performance through clear goals, feedback, and growth plans
8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, including 2+ years in a leadership role

• Strong technical foundation in system architecture, performance optimization, and coding standards
• Experience working in agile development environments with DevOps practices
• A passion for leading people, coaching, and team building

~ Bonus points if:
You’ve worked in a remote environment and know how to keep distributed teams aligned and motivated
You have experience in the fintech or payroll space
You’re familiar with the unique needs of small businesses and how technology can help solve them
AWS, GCP), CI/CD, and observability tooling
Remote: The ability to work from home, forever! Wagepoint is a remote company, so you don’t have to worry about commuting to an office. Plus, more time with your pets is always a bonus!
Apply now and help us build the future of Wagepoint!

Wagepoint is a simple and fast online payroll app, backed by the world's friendliest team.
We are a remote company, so there's no need to travel to an office for an interview, but if you require any special accommodation during our recruitment process, please let us know. We are more than happy to assist!