Snyk is the leader in secure AI software development, helping millions of developers develop fast and stay secure as AI transforms how software is built. Our AI-native Developer Security Platform integrates seamlessly into development and security workflows, making it easy to find, fix, and prevent vulnerabilities — from code and dependencies to containers and cloud.
Our mission is to empower every developer to innovate securely in the AI era — boosting productivity while reducing business risk. We’re not your average security company - we build Snyk on One Team, Care Deeply, Customer Centric, and Forward Thinking.
It’s how we stay driven, supportive, and always one step ahead as AI reshapes our world.
Our Opportunity
We’re seeking an experienced and collaborative Engineering Manager to lead our 'Engine' team of 8 Software Engineers in Lisbon. This role involves leading the team scaling our next-gen DAST solution - Snyk API & Web - built for the future of AI-powered software development.
You’ll Spend Your Time:
- You’ll be accountable for co-developing the team roadmap and supporting technical direction.
- Ensuring new team members are onboarded, effectively contributing to the expected level and supporting existing team members to do their best work.
- Coaching direct reports through productive feedback, building on strengths and addressing areas of development.
- Helping the team learn, adapt and improve upon agile and lean methodologies. You’ll help the team understand and maintain a balance between delivery speed and product quality.
- You’ll be responsible for the team’s on-call process and rota, and be a point of escalation for incidents.
- You’ll be a key part of applying our Product Led Growth practices to identify, measure and constantly improve our platform through experimentation.
- Partaking in hands-on coding as needed, including code reviews.
What You’ll Need:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- To excel in cross-functional collaboration and communication.
- Possess a solid understanding of system architecture and design.
- Demonstrate problem-solving abilities in complex technical environments.
- A track record of delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions.
- A Software Engineering background, with Java, TypeScript or Python programming skills.
We’d be Lucky if You:
- Have the ability to plan ahead and visualize the bigger picture and wider team long-term goals.
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We care deeply about the warm, inclusive environment we’ve created and we value diversity – we welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this role but are not totally sure whether you’re the right person, do apply anyway!
About Snyk
Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups, to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health, wellness, financial security, and a work/life blend, we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.
Prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and life balance with programs tailored to your location and role.
- Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development
- Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
- Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance
- Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement/pension programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances
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What We Do
Snyk, the leader in secure AI software development, empowers organizations to build fast and stay secure by unleashing developer productivity and reducing business risk. The company’s AI Trust Platform seamlessly integrates into developer and security workflows to accelerate secure software delivery in the AI Era. Snyk delivers trusted, actionable insights and automated remediation, enabling modern organizations to innovate without limits. Snyk is redefining secure AI-driven software delivery for over 4,500 customers worldwide today.
Why Work With Us
Every team member at Snyk contributes to our vision for a more secure digital world. No matter where we are in the world, we operate as one team and work together to shape the future of application security. We take immense pride in the diversity of our people, cultures, and experiences.
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