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Full-Time

Engineering Manager

Growth Alliance

Posted on 8/28/2024

Hello Fresh

Hello Fresh

10,001+ employees

Meal kit delivery service with fresh ingredients

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$190k - $235kAnnually

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Category
Engineering Management
Software Development Management
Required Skills
Kotlin
RabbitMQ
PHP
Kubernetes
Agile
JavaScript
React.js
Node.js
Apache Kafka
Java
Go
Next.js
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • 6+ years of experience on a agile software development team, preferably in a lead or senior role for at least 2+ years
  • Hands-on experience in continuous delivery deploying to customer-facing applications
  • 4+ years of experience working with Frontend tools such as HTML, CSS JavaScript, working with component-based architecture using Reactjs working with frameworks such as Next.js.
  • You have in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with microservices in at least one backend language/platform as Node.js, Golang, Kotlin/Java, PHP
  • You have experience with databases, distributed systems and event-based architecture and supportive tools e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ
  • You have hands-on experience with deployment cycles, rollbacks and tools for deployment management. e.g. Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD
  • Experience writing unit/integration/function test cases, as well as with formalized testing methodologies (i.e. TDD, BDD)
  • You are a humble leader, who is able to motivate a team and drive them to their full potential
Responsibilities
  • Take ownership of the architecture, design, development, deployment, and operations of the applications that you develop
  • Lead a team of engineers as a line manager: supervising day-to-day technical tasks, as well as mentoring/growing engineering skill set within your team
  • Create and execute programs to help individual career progressions
  • Be an active, solution-oriented leader & member of autonomous, cross-functional agile teams collaborating with Product Owners, Frontend and Backend Engineers, Designers, and Business Intelligence teams
  • Be responsible for making your team effective. Making sure that tech debt is defined and actively addressed, quality standards are continuously improved, and best practices are followed
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of HelloFresh’s core products and architecture

HelloFresh offers a meal kit delivery service that provides fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes to customers' homes. The subscription model allows users to select from various meal plans tailored to their dietary preferences, with the flexibility to skip weeks or cancel anytime. What distinguishes HelloFresh from competitors is its emphasis on fresh, seasonal produce and sustainable sourcing. The company's goal is to simplify meal preparation while promoting healthy eating and environmentally responsible choices.

Company Stage

Pre-seed

Total Funding

$646.4M

Headquarters

Berlin, Germany

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

47%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with brands like Colavita and Hidden Valley Ranch enhance HelloFresh's menu diversity and customer appeal.
  • Collaborations with organizations like No Kid Hungry highlight HelloFresh's commitment to social responsibility, potentially boosting its brand image.
  • The creation of 300 jobs at a new distribution center indicates potential for growth and expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The closure of distribution centers and significant layoffs suggest potential financial instability and declining sales.
  • Fines for electronic marketing violations could damage HelloFresh's reputation and lead to increased regulatory scrutiny.

What makes Hello Fresh unique

  • HelloFresh's focus on fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes sets it apart from traditional grocery delivery services.
  • The company's commitment to sustainability and seasonal produce appeals to environmentally conscious consumers, unlike some competitors who may not prioritize these values.
  • HelloFresh's flexible subscription model, allowing customers to skip weeks or cancel anytime, offers greater convenience compared to more rigid meal kit services.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & 401k

Generous Parental leave & Flexible PTO

Health, vision, & dental insurance

75% discount on HelloFresh Subscription

Snacks, coffee, & catered lunches

Company sponsored outings

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