Introduction:

Are you searching for an opportunity to play a key role in driving the dramatic growth of a highly successful software company?

At Poppulo, we’re working on what’s next in communications and workplace technology. As a pioneer in this industry, we understand that meaningfully reaching every employee is hard. And so is managing office space in a hybrid world. And so is improving the customer and guest experience. We exist to make each of these things easier. We exist to bring harmony to our customers. 

And we do that at enterprise scale. Our omnichannel employee communications, customer communications, and workplace experience platform is trusted by over 6,000 organizations today, reaching more than 35M employees and delivering content to 500,000+ digital signs.

We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate - we’re all a work in progress and are growing new skills and capabilities all the time. We encourage you to apply for a position with Poppulo even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements. We believe in fostering an environment where there is a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive.

The Opportunity

Seeking a hands-on technology leader to manage the full lifecycle of software development for our flagship communications product suite, with a strong presence in Ireland as well as a global team.

We welcome innovative thinkers, collaborators, and people-first leaders to apply. Come see what makes Poppulo truly unique.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing large, complex enterprise environments and leading teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that delight customers. Success requires a blend of technical strength and a strong desire to build, lead and grow talent.

Key Responsibilities

Manage teams of engineers across different disciplines across Software Development and Architecture likely through other managers
Own product development delivery for Employee Communications ensuring on time and quality delivery across the product roadmap.
Represent Employee Communications Engineering across the wider Product & Technology organization ensuring DevOps, QA, Product Design capabilities and delivery plans aligned with product delivery roadmap.
Lead development best practice across the Engineering function ensuring sound development discipline, efficiency quality.
Collaborate with the team, management, and other teams to develop a culture of continuous improvement (process and technical).
Drive an architectural vision for Employee Communications technology working with architects
Work with Product Management and Engineering Management leaders to manage and prioritise tasks to reduce technical debt throughout project phases working towards an architectural vision.
Set and evaluate goals, address skill gaps and training needs working with Engineering Management team
Own and drive the organization design for EC Engineering setting goals for skills and staffing.

Leadership

Be a “force multiplier” – bring your authentic self, bring out the best in people, and build teams that strive to build amazing things together.
Connect the work of the team with the vision, goals and success of the organization
Nurture a culture of continuous improvement, agility, and resilience
Establish key objectives/metrics to measure performance and ensure reports have the information, tools, and resources necessary to meet their goals. Identify and clear blockers, communicating changes in priority or focus in a timely manner.
Provide regular and continuous feedback concerning performance and apply appropriate performance interventions when needed
Lead engagement and retention of engineering team, ensuring they feel supported, heard, and are given the appropriate level of autonomy
Develop an environment of continuous learning and growth across the engineering team.
These primary responsibilities are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks associated with the job.

Technical Skills / Competencies

Proven success in managing software development teams responsible for building and operating a large-scale SaaS platform.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and DevSecOps model.
Experience with distributed systems, databases, and search.
Strong knowledge of agile software development, infrastructure operations, and quality assurance practices and principles
Knowledge and appetite to learn on opportunities to drive efficiency in engineering through AI tooling.
Proven success in leading change through complex environments and structures.
Ability to make smart, timely and data-driven decisions and balancing roadmap risk, operating expense and client value.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization.

Education & Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in a technology related field is required.
15+ years of engineering leadership experience with people management responsibilities.
Experienced in effectively assessing, selecting and developing talent; adept at providing balanced, direct and actionable feedback to team members. Experience managing multiple priorities and overseeing distinct teams with varied strengths.
Thrives on initiating, building and cultivating strong, authentic relationships inside and outside the team; highly collaborative; navigates and activates alignment across organizational boundaries.

Why Us?

An excellent workplace culture
Competitive salary
Company performance-related bonus
Medical insurance
Flexible working hours
Educational assistance
In-house soft skills training

Who We Are

We are a values-driven organization that encourages our employees to bring their authentic selves to work every day and empowers everyone to make a tangible impact on our products, clients, and culture. We offer a dynamic environment with driven, fun, and flexible individuals who thrive on challenge and responsibility. This is an opportunity to contribute to our culture and join a company that’s on the move.

We live the Poppulo values each day, as they are key to everything we do.

Bring Your Best Self
We show up authentically, are self-aware and always strive to be better.
See it. Own it. Solve it.
We proactively innovate and solve for our customers and each other. We set an example with high standards for our work. We foster a culture of learning, acknowledging our successes and our failures.
Together We’re Better
We value and celebrate our diversity. We learn from others, respecting their expertise, and focus on building trust. That's what makes us a team.

Named a Great Place to Work in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, we are a fast-growing global technology company, with offices in Ireland, the US, and the UK.

Poppulo is an equal opportunity employer.

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