Engineering Manager (Web Development & Cloud Deployment) (Saudi Only)

About Lucidya
Lucidya is a fast-growing SaaS company leveraging Machine Learning and Big Data technologies to deliver powerful content analysis from diverse data sources. We offer a result-driven, dynamic, and collaborative work environment full of exciting challenges and opportunities for innovation.

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager with a strong background in web development, Linux systems, and cloud deployment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality features to production, working closely with product teams, and driving engineering excellence within an agile development environment. Experience with scrum methodologies and a commitment to rigorous testing practices are essential.

You will lead a highly skilled team of engineers, drive technical strategy, and ensure smooth project execution. This role reports directly to the CTO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers in the development of high-performance, scalable SaaS features.
• Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Oversee deployment processes on cloud platforms and ensure system reliability in a Linux-based environment.
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Act as a technical mentor, providing guidance and support to team members.
• Facilitate scrum ceremonies and promote agile principles within the team.
• Monitor project progress, remove blockers, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Drive team growth through recruitment, training, and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• Strong hands-on experience in web development (backend and frontend).
• Proficient in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and Linux-based deployments.
• Demonstrated success in delivering features and products to production at scale.
• Familiarity with modern testing frameworks and test-driven development.
• Proven collaboration with product managers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies and experience acting as a Scrum Master or agile facilitator.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.