Position Overview At Avoya we use technology to connect and support travelers, Independent Vacation Planners, and travel providers throughout the travel purchasing experience. The product department designs and builds that software, which includes: the consumer website (avoyatravel.com), a B2B software suite, and internal management software (along with a handful of smaller properties and platforms).
As the first Product Engineering Manager at Avoya Travel, you will support current developers and development efforts, expand the existing team, and help to define product team structures, processes, and procedures. The product department at Avoya is ready to grow fast; first we want to bring in talented managers to help us build out well balanced and effective teams
What You'll Be Doing... - Build and lead a group of amazing engineers, helping to shape our product teams and push the boundaries of travel technology
- Work with stakeholders to create and implement a cohesive development strategy across a suite of products on multiple platforms
- Understand business goals and set expectations with stakeholders for deadline-driven commitments
- Run daily stand-up meetings and weekly or bi-weekly one on ones with engineers
- Help engineers reach their personal and professional goals through clearly defined expectations and mentorship
Sound Like A Good Fit? What It Takes To Be Successful... - 6+ Years of web development experience
- 2+ Years of experience managing web development teams
- Has a love for travel and is excited to help travelers find amazing vacations
- Is very familiar with web development tools, technologies, and best practices
- Can effectively interview, hire, and mentor developers at all levels of qualification and experience
- Has experience working on complex B2B and B2C ecommerce applications
What We Offer... - Colleagues: Working with an incredibly talented and inspiring team
- 25 Paid Days Off: 10 Holidays, 15 days of PTO
- Nourishment: Various snacks, and canned/bottled beverages, plus catered lunches during bi-weekly company events
- Wellness: Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Longevity: Participation in the company's 401(k) savings plan with employer matching contribution. We also offer life insurance and a Flexible Spending Account.
- Travel: Incredible discounted vacation benefits that include cruises, hotel rooms, guided vacations, amusement parks, and more!
- Culture: An upbeat, rewarding corporate culture with frequent office events, offsite training opportunities, and more!
- Flexibility: California-Casual dress code with flexible Friday schedules
