WeTheHobby is looking to solve the problem of building scalable and reliable sports entertainment technology platforms to connect collectors and fans worldwide.
Requirements
- Strong technical foundation in backend systems architecture (preferably .NET)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS or similar) and modern software development practices
- Experience managing teams building real-time, event-driven, or streaming platforms
- Familiarity with eCommerce, payments, or large-scale transactional systems
- 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in an engineering management role
- Proven experience leading teams and making architectural decisions
Responsibilities
- Lead & Mentor – Manage, coach, and support a team of software engineers, helping them grow both technically and professionally
- Architectural Oversight – Set high-level technical direction, review system designs, and ensure scalability, performance, and reliability
- Code Quality – Review code at a design/architecture level to ensure alignment with standards (without direct coding responsibilities)
- Drive Delivery – Oversee execution of projects and ensure timely delivery of backend and frontend initiatives
- Foster Collaboration – Partner with product, design, and business stakeholders to align engineering output with company goals
- Ensure Best Practices – Champion agile workflows, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security standards
- Recruit & Grow – Help attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent as the team expands
Other
- 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in an engineering management role
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and business contexts
- Interest in sports, collectibles, or fan-driven communities
- Ability to manage, coach, and support a team of software engineers
- Ability to partner with product, design, and business stakeholders
