Associate Engineering Manager - Business Domain

About Satispay Satispay began by rethinking the simple act of a payment to remove the friction from our daily routines. But we didn’t stop there. Today, we are building a complete financial platform designed to empower people and concretely improve their lives. By giving our 6 million users a clear, open path to pay, save, and invest, we are evolving into the definitive destination for every financial need. What you’ll be doing As an Associate Engineering Manager, you’ll play a key role in turning Satispay into the financial home of every Italian business. Here’s what your day-to-day will look like: - Lead and grow a Business-oriented team: own the day-to-day of a team of 5–8 engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, technical excellence, and continuous improvement - Drive the delivery of ambitious projects: translate product and business goals into a clear technical roadmap, and ensure the team executes on it reliably and predictably - Collaborate across domains: work closely with Product, Design, and other engineering teams to align on dependencies, priorities, and shared standards - Hire and develop talent: participate in recruiting to grow the team, and actively invest in the growth of individual engineers through feedback, mentorship, and stretch opportunities. - Report up and communicate clearly: keep leadership informed on progress, risks, and blockers, translating technical complexity into business-relevant terms. Expect challenges, collaboration, and the freedom to bring your ideas to life. Things change quickly here, so be ready to adapt, take initiative, and shape your role as we grow. Who we’re looking for We need a problem-solver who loves teamwork and gets things done. If you're curious and ready for real ownership, you'll fit in! Does this sound like you? - Engineering Leadership Experience: 5+ years in backend engineering, with at least 2 in a team lead or tech lead role managing a squad in a product-driven environment. - Backend Expertise: strong command of distributed systems and API design, with a track record of delivering robust, scalable services in a high-growth or regulated industry. - Proven Delivery Ownership: demonstrated ability to own end-to-end delivery of complex features, from technical scoping and planning to production rollout, balancing speed with quality. - Clear and Effective Communication in English: comfortable engaging with both engineers and non-technical stakeholders; able to represent your team's work to leadership and translate business needs into technical direction - Passion for Fintech and Financial Products: genuine interest in how technology is reshaping the way businesses manage money, with an appreciation for the responsibility that comes with building in a regulated, high-trust environment. CareAbout: how we support your impact We move fast, and evolution never stops. It's a fun ride, but it can be challenging. To make sure our people truly thrive, we're committed to making their lives easier, both in the office and out in the world. That's why we created CareAbout: - ❤️ Health (Private insurance for you and your family, psychological support with Serenis, mental health workshops) - 💰 Financial resources (Stock Option Plan, Meal vouchers, Relocation support if you’re moving countries) - ⚙️ Growth and development (Professional development programs, Internal mobility, Language courses with Preply) - 🌱 Flexibility (Unlimited PTO, Hybrid working policy*, Flexible working hours) - 👨‍👩‍👧 Family (Enhanced parental leave, Additional leave for child sickness) *We embrace three days per week in-office (Tuesday and Thursday + 1 of your choice), with the option to request extra remote time. Initial salary: Starting from €51,000 gross per annum This baseline is set using objective, gender-neutral criteria for the role's core requirements. However, we do not believe in putting a ceiling on talent. The final compensation package is tailored according to your unique experience and e...