As an Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical strategy and leading the evolution of our auction and offer management systems. You will lead a team of talented engineers, fostering their growth while driving innovation and delivery excellence in a data-driven, collaborative environment.
YOUR CHALLENGE:
- Define the technical strategy and oversee the evolution of our auction system to ensure tailored and attractive offers for our chauffeurs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our systems align with business goals and customer needs.
Delivery and Operational Excellence
- Guide the team in setting and achieving clear goals, ensuring high-quality feature development and system reliability.
- Implement efficient workflows and agile methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Make decisive and informed decisions, balancing quality, timelines, and business requirements.
Leadership and Team Development
- Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing engineering team, guiding them to solve problems proactively and collaboratively.
- Encourage professional growth, providing constructive feedback and development opportunities for team members.
- Address challenges within the team confidently, including handling difficult situations and making tough decisions when necessary.
- Foster a collaborative and communicative team culture, ensuring alignment across functions and proactive problem-solving.
ABOUT YOU:
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- Proven experience as an Engineering Manager, ideally with previous hands-on software engineering experience and a background as a backend engineer.
- Experience managing and growing teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
- Deep understanding of auction systems, marketplaces, or ride-hailing platforms, with a focus on driving tailored and attractive offers.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams and active engagement in decision-making.
- Decisive and confident in handling complex situations.
- Passionate about fostering team growth, with a proven track record of mentoring and supporting individual development.
Your First-Year Roadmap
Here’s what your journey at Blacklane could look like:
- 3 months:
Immerse yourself in the business and role → Onboarding, meet key stakeholders, start to contribute. - 6 months:
Build confidence in your role → fully own core tasks and drive measurable impact on team and company goals. Take ownership of projects, collaborate cross-functionally on initiatives that leave a noticeable mark. - 12 months:
Scale your contributions and your expertise or leadership potential
The Blacklane Hiring Process → Expected duration: 6 weeks
1. Application Review:
Your CV and documents are being reviewed by our respective Talent Acquisition + Hiring Manager.
2. Talent Acquisition Interview:
A quick introductory chat to ensure the role excites you and matches your interests and skills.
3. Second Round:
Case Study/Technical Interviews/Peers Interview/Stakeholder Interview
A deeper dive into your experience and the specific aspects of the role, emphasizing alignment with Blacklane’s goals and vision.
4.Third Round:
Executive Interview and if applicable Reference Check.
5. Offer Call:
Celebrating YOU in joining the Blacklane crew.
About Blacklane
Our mission is simple but powerful: to become the world’s leading premium, global chauffeur service. Operating in 50+ countries, we reimagine chauffeur-driven rides by prioritizing reliability, innovation, and first-class service at every step. Blacklane is also at the forefront of sustainable mobility efforts, continuously working to reduce our operational impact on the planet.Our Company Culture
Blacklane has grown from a two-person startup in Berlin to a global team of over 300 people representing 54+ nationalities. Powered by our commitment to care, inclusion, innovation, and collaboration, we support employees through initiatives like Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, and more.
Here are just a few examples of the ERGs fostering connection:
- LGBTQIA+ Network – Advocating for inclusivity and championing allyship.
- Bookclub – Encouraging cultural exchange, fostering discussion, critical thinking, and team engagement through shared reading and analysis.
- Blacklane Cares Leave – Spend up to eight paid hours annually volunteering for causes meaningful to you.
We welcome—and actively support—employees to create or join the communities that are important to them.
Why join us in a Blacklane on the fast lane?
- Fair Pay & Shared Success → We provide good salaries and automatically enroll all employees in our Virtual Stock Options Plan (VSOP). Your shares vest over four years, with full transparency on their value growth through Ledgy.
- Blacklane Mystery Rides → As a valued contributor to our success and growth, we are pleased to offer you one complimentary ride per quarter to experience and evaluate our chauffeur services firsthand.
- Learning & Development at Blacklane → We value the person beyond the CV, which is why we are committed to your continuous growth—not just for the company’s success, but for your own professional development. We believe that when our employees stay ahead, so does Blacklane. That’s why you have free access to thousands of online courses on LinkedIn Learning, tailored to your career aspirations, along with a unique learning experience designed for those stepping into leadership roles.
- The way to your heart goes through your stomach? → If so, we’ve got something special for you: our weekly homecooked, quality office lunches. Not only do they fuel your mind and body, but they also provide the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues from all departments, fostering stronger bonds beyond your own division.
- Your Health, No Compromise → with Nilo Health & WHOOP
We prioritize both your mental and physical well-being because a healthy team creates a thriving culture. That’s why we offer access to the Nilo Health platform for mental wellness and the WHOOP bracelet to support your fitness—available for you to use as you choose. - Social responsibility → We Care: Learn more about Miracle flights and the meaningful impact behind our commitment to making a difference.
- Share your ideas with Blacklane’s C-Level - Our approachable C-Level team values your insights. Once a month, they host a consultation day where you’re invited to share your ideas, feedback, and constructive criticism—because your voice shapes our future.
We place great value on equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome everyone to apply.
Still not convinced?
→ Watch us on Amazon Prime
→ Listen to Jens in Startup insider episode #1643
→ Blacklane is backed by investors who share our vision: Mercedes-Benz Mobility, Tasaru, Sixt, the Al Fahim Group, Alstin Capital, RI Digital Ventures, and b2venture
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What We Do
Our global chauffeur service brings peace of mind to business travelers moving through a fast-paced world.
Our crew’s dedication to safety, reliability, and smart technology places us at the forefront of a new era of stress-free business travel. Since 2017, the company has been carbon offsetting every ride, combining a high-end guest experience with care for the planet.
Enjoy a private and convenient five-star service for all of your airport transfers, City to City, and in-city rides. Upgrade your travels on Blacklane’s mobile app or website
