STAND 8 is a global leader providing end-to-end IT Solutions. We solve business problems through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY and are looking for individuals to help us scale software projects designed to change the world!
As the Senior Engineering Manager - JavaScript, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing our JavaScript engineering team. You will be responsible for guiding the team in the development of cutting-edge web applications, ensuring high-quality code standards, and driving technical excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in JavaScript development, extensive leadership experience, and a passion for driving innovation.
Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach team members.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across the organization to gather requirements, understand user needs, and provide technical direction.
• Strive to constantly improve the overall quality through code reviews, tech talks, pair programming and other collaborative practices.
• Understand business needs and design valuable software solutions that work well within the wider architecture.
• Proactively estimate efforts and identify any potential risks.
• Manage team roadmap and capacity.
• Push technical boundaries while also recommending new processes and technologies.
• Help foster an environment of inclusiveness.

Requirements

• 4 years leading an engineering team with prior senior-level development experience in JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Must have experience integrating with JavaScript video players and working with MSE/EME APIs
• Must have an enthusiasm for building a JavaScript/TypeScript library that handles all aspects of video playback.
• Value collaboration with teammates and stakeholders.
• Understanding deadlines, constraints and scope of delivery and experience working with stakeholders to ensure the right balance between these are met, setting expectations and handling risks early.