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Engineering Manager

We are seeking a seasoned Engineering Manager & Delivery Lead to guide the teams within the Blockchain & Infrastructure pillar of our new AAA game project, Project Awakening. This pivotal role plays a crucial part in ensuring the successful delivery of a truly exceptional product. The position is on-site in our Reykjavik office.

Your Tasks

• Foster and support high performance within the teams of the Blockchain & Infrastructure pillar, focusing on smooth operation and effective communication.
• Coordinate and conduct recurring activities such as standup meetings, retrospectives, planning sessions, and task breakdowns.
• Proactively champion tool, process, and culture improvements, courageously challenging any norms found detrimental to the team's performance, quality of work, engagement, and wellbeing.
• Lead teams of technology professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Strategically ensure projects are planned to meet high quality standards, while being delivered on time and within budget.

Your Profile

• Relevant university degree, such as in Project Management or Software Engineering.
• Proven experience in leading, managing, and coaching multi-disciplinary software development teams.
• Solid experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Unwavering commitment to high-quality products and outstanding user experiences.
• Fluency in English, as a native speaker or second language.

What we will offer you

• The inspiring opportunity of working on a pioneering project in cooperation with amazingly talented and enthusiastic colleagues.
• A multicultural work environment that encourages growth, creativity, and innovation.
• A flexible work environment with a dual workstation setup.
• An employee led fun division that hosts regular events.
• An excellent canteen offering a breakfast and lunch menu, along with drinks, snacks and seasonal weekly dinners.
• Discretionary quarterly and annual performance sharing plans, complemented by an options-based incentive plan.
• Annual sports grant, mobile phone and usage package, home internet, and a conditional monthly transportation grant.
• A strong focus on employee well-being, with benefits such as a free on-site doctor and discounted access to a variety of on-site services, such as a gym, massage, hairdresser, beautician, car- and laundry services.
• Vacation package in accordance with Icelandic labour law and customs.
• A generous relocation package & VISA sponsorship with immigration support.