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Engineering Manager

Remote, Europe·Added yesterday (last checked 21 Oct)

JustMarkets

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Overview

Work mode: Remote (Europe)
English: Required
Experience: 7+ years
Benefits: Private health insurance, gym access

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Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

At least 7 years of professional software engineering experience with a strong backend background, ideally including hands-on Ruby
At least 3 years of experience as an Engineering Manager, including managing Team Leads or Engineering Managers
Proven experience leading an engineering organisation of at least 20 engineers across several teams
Proven experience in headcount planning, team structure design, and budget management
Background in financial systems, trading platforms, or other high-reliability domains
Solid understanding of AWS, on-premise and hybrid infrastructure, CI/CD, deployment strategies, and observability tools
Upper Intermediate English proficiency

Nice to have

Experience building new teams from scratch and scaling an engineering organisation from one team to several
Experience with low-latency or high-throughput systems
Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

20 paid vacation days per year
10 paid sick leave days per year
Public holidays as per the company's approved Public holiday list
Medical insurance
Opportunity to work remotely
Professional education budget
Language learning budget
Wellness budget (gym membership, sports gear and related expenses)

The role

We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and scale one of the key engineering areas of our platform. You will lead several cross-functional teams through Team Leads and Engineering Managers and be responsible for people leadership, delivery excellence, and technical direction across a hybrid infrastructure.

Depending on your background, you will take ownership of one of three core areas of the platform: the movement of client funds from deposit to withdrawal, the client journey from registration to full verification, or the systems that keep every balance accurate and protect client and company assets.

What you'll do

Lead and scale multiple cross-functional engineering teams (backend, frontend, infrastructure, mobile) through Team Leads and Engineering Managers, growing the area to up to 40 engineers
Own delivery, quality, and technical outcomes across your area, including cross-team initiatives and dependencies
Partner with Product, Trading, and Senior Engineering leadership to shape the area roadmap and translate business requirements into technical execution
Drive engineering processes across teams, including planning, estimation, CI/CD, code reviews, testing, and release management
Ensure technical alignment, high availability, and observability of systems running on hybrid infrastructure, while balancing technical debt with delivery velocity
Hire, mentor, and grow Team Leads and Engineering Managers, run performance calibration, and own promotion decisions
Plan headcount 1 to 2 years ahead, design team structure, and manage the area budget
Foster a culture of ownership, customer focus, and result orientation

Hiring process

Application review, one or more interviews, then an offer; described as fast and easy 1 interview

Applications are reviewed quickly and candidates are kept informed at every step.

About JustMarkets

JustMarkets is a global fintech company operating in the multi-asset brokerage space, providing retail and institutional clients with access to trading in forex, commodities, indices, and shares. The company has grown into an international brand with a significant presence across multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, and Latin America, and is known for its proprietary trading platforms and customer-centric approach.

In Spain, JustMarkets has established a dedicated hub to support its growing client base and expand its European footprint. The company's Spain office is a key part of its global operations, offering roles in engineering, product, design, marketing, and finance. For international professionals, JustMarkets presents opportunities to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment, with a strong emphasis on technology and data-driven decision-making, making it an attractive option for those looking to build a career in the fintech sector in Spain.

Industry: Fintech
Founded: 2012
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Limassol, Cyprus
In Spain: Madrid
Website: justmarkets.com

Good to know if you are moving

The company's global HQ is in Limassol, Cyprus, but its Spain office in Madrid is a key hub for European operations, offering a range of roles in tech, product, and marketing.
JustMarkets is a global fintech company, so English is likely the working language, making it accessible for international professionals.
The company offers a modern tech stack and data-driven approach, which can be appealing for engineers and data specialists.
Roles in Spain span a wide range of functions, from engineering and design to finance and HR, indicating a multi-disciplinary environment.
As a regulated broker, the company offers a stable and compliance-focused work environment, which is a plus for professionals from the financial sector.

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