Software Engineering Manager

Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an awesome organisation that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earnings for over 2.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 50 million customers, and built a platform for the region’s best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.

About the role

In the heart of Careem lies the DineOut team, a collection of brilliant minds dedicated to revolutionizing how our community experiences dining. As we expand and innovate, we’re looking for an Engineering Manager who shares our passion for impact, innovation, and excellence. As the Engineering Manager for the DineOut team, you will lead a group of highly skilled senior engineers towards achieving groundbreaking advancements in the food tech space. Your leadership will not only drive technological innovation but also foster a culture of agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you'll do:

• Lead and mentor a team of top-tier engineers, nurturing an environment of technical excellence and innovation.
• Drive the agile development process, ensuring efficient and effective project delivery aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute a cohesive product strategy, enhancing customer experience and business outcomes.
• Leverage platformization to optimize service delivery, enhance scalability, and achieve significant business impact.
• Align engineering initiatives with strategic business objectives, measuring success through tangible outcomes.
• Actively scale the engineering team by strategically hiring strong cross-functional talent

What you'll need:

• Working knowledge of at least one of these: Java, Kotlin, iOS
• A strong educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in leading large engineering teams within dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated success in delivering projects that drive business impact, with a solid understanding of agile methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership qualities, with the ability to manage, inspire, and develop highly skilled senior engineers.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on operational excellence and the delivery of high-quality, impactful solutions.

What you'll get:

• Influence: Be a part of shaping the future of dining and technology in the region.
• Growth: Join a culture focused on learning and development, with opportunities to advance your skills and career.
• Impact: Make a tangible difference in the lives of millions, contributing to a legacy of innovation and excellence.

If you’re ready to lead at the intersection of technology and dining, and are passionate about making a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining the dining experience and elevating the tech landscape in the Middle East.

What we’ll provide you

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:

• Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.
• Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.
• Work 4 days a week in office & 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year.
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.