Data Engineering Manager (Hands-On)

What is Embat?

Embat is one of the fastest-growing startups in Europe, founded in 2021 to revolutionize how medium and large-sized enterprises manage their finances and cash flow in real time. Our mission is to create a SaaS product that uses advanced technology and delivers excellent customer experiences, allowing our clients to make faster, better-informed business decisions, all while improving efficiency by over 100x compared to Excel.

We are a diverse team of 100+ members, backed by leading international investors, aiming to go global and make Embat a fantastic place to work. In February 2024, we completed our third funding round of €15 million, led by the renowned international fund Creandum, alongside partners Samaipata, 4Founders Capital, and VentureFriends.

What are we looking for?

Embat is in a significant growth phase and needs an experienced and talented Data Engineering Manager for the Data Team.

This is not just a people management role : we are looking for a hands-on technical leader who thrives on solving complex challenges, driving strategy, and building a strong, scalable data culture across the organization.

As the Data Engineering Manager , you will combine people leadership, delivery ownership, and technical guidance. Your responsibilities will extend beyond managing tasks to cultivating a high-performing, healthy team that consistently delivers high-quality software while aligning with Embat's strategic goals.

What will you do?

• Team Leadership & People Development : Inspire, mentor, and coach individual data engineers and analysts. You will foster a supportive and high-performing environment through regular 1 : 1s, career development discussions, and constructive feedback.
• Hands-on Technical Leadership & Strategy : Actively contribute as an individual contributor while guiding the team’s data strategy. You will design, build and oversee reliable, performant, and secure data solutions while championing a data-driven culture.
• Delivery & Execution Excellence : Own the planning, execution, and successful delivery of initiatives. Anticipate challenges, remove blockers, and ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality releases.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Act as a critical bridge between the data team and other functions (Product, Design, Engineering). Translate complex technical concepts into clear communication for all stakeholders.

What are we looking for?

Additionally, any of the below would definitely be great :

International experience and additional languages.

What comes with working at Embat?

We offer a platform that allows you to reach your professional and personal goals. We pride ourselves on working in an evolving and agile environment, with day-to-day interaction with every member of the team. No bureaucracy or hierarchy. We rather give you space to lead, build, collaborate and create value to our users. Additionally, being an Embat(ier) also comes with the following benefits :