[Remote] Engineering Manager - SmartDesk

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Playlist is building a platform for intentional living, connecting people with inspiring experiences in fitness and wellness. As an Engineering Manager for the SmartDesk product, you will lead a team in developing an AI-powered front desk assistant, driving innovation while ensuring robust engineering practices.ResponsibilitiesEmpower a high-performing engineering team to deliver exceptional technical solutions and drive meaningful business impactLead end-to-end team management, from recruiting top talent to mentoring and supporting career growthShape the technical vision and strategy for SmartDesk, balancing rapid innovation with robust engineering principlesDrive product development through close collaboration with product, data, and applied AI teamsMake critical architectural decisions that balance speed, quality, and long-term system flexibilityContribute to engineering-wide initiatives and help evolve Playlist's technical capabilitiesEstablish clear goals, prioritize resources, and guide team execution through complex, ambiguous challengesSkills3+ years of engineering management experience leading teams of 6+ membersProven track record of designing and scaling AI-powered SaaS products in B2B2C environmentsStrong proficiency in Python, with comfort working across diverse technology stacks (React, C#)Deep expertise in transforming AI capabilities into production-ready, reliable systemsExceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to cross-functional stakeholdersDemonstrated success in establishing technical vision and driving measurable outcomesExperience with modern AI development tools and frameworksPassion for building diverse, high-performing engineering teamsBenefitsPerformance bonusBenefitsOther applicable incentive compensation plansCompany OverviewPlaylist is the parent company that operates various physical and mental fitness tech companies. It was founded in 2026, and is headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.playlist.com.Company H1B SponsorshipPlaylist has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.