Boku Inc. (BOKU.L) is the leading global provider of local mobile-first payments solutions. Global brands including Amazon, DAZN, Meta, Google, Microsoft, Netflix, Sony, Spotify, and Tencent rely on Boku to reach millions of new paying consumers who do not use credit cards with our purpose-built payment network of more than 250 local payment methods that reach 7 billion accounts across 65 countries. Every year, Boku processes over $9 billion in value for our customers. Incorporated in 2008, Boku is headquartered in London and San Francisco and has employees in over 39 countries around the world, including Brazil, China, Estonia, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Singapore, and the UAE. Boku is a truly global company that takes pride in its diversity and thriving equal opportunity workplace.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a seasoned Engineering Manager for the Merchant Experience team whose mission is to seamlessly onboard our merchants into our platform, simplify payment method activation, and enable them to understand and grow their business through our web-based Merchant Portal. As Boku broadens its global reach and expands payment method offerings, your leadership will be essential in driving this growth. In partnership with key stakeholders, you will help validate the product roadmap and steer the team’s technical strategy and execution. Additionally, you will engage directly with merchants to understand their technical challenges and develop innovative and scalable solutions to meet their needs. We work in a hybrid environment with the flexibility to work from home or office (2 days a week).
About You:
People Leader – You care about your team members and are passionate about increasing their impact and growing their careers.
Product-minded – You enjoy working with stakeholders in solving customers' problems or building out new product capabilities through technology.
Ownership – You are driven, self-motivated, and take ownership of your work.
Hands-on Technical Leader – You are excited to roll up your sleeves and work alongside your team members. This role will require 10-20% hands-on technical work.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of 3-5 engineers that include hiring, performance management, career development, etc
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and assistance to the team in executing product roadmaps and building scalable, easy-to-use applications.
Collaborate cross-functionally with the Product, Design, and Operations teams.
Collaborate with the Product Manager on the team roadmap and help set the long-term technical vision for the team.
Work closely with key stakeholders to engage with our merchants and collaborate with the customer success team.
Qualifications:
BS in Computer Science or related field with 5+ years of relevant engineering work experience and 2+ years of management experience.
Able to thrive on a high level of autonomy and responsibility.
Experience in developing web-based products for end users.
Experience with Java or other OOP languages.
Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, such as Angular, React, Vue.js, etc.
Experience working in a globally distributed environment.