Engineering Manager

About Us

Time is our most valuable resource—so why waste it on administrative tasks? At Shiftbase, we believe companies should focus on what truly matters, not on paperwork. That’s why we’ve built a scalable workforce management platform that helps businesses streamline scheduling, time tracking, and leave management for shift-based teams.

Our success is measured by the time we save our customers—allowing them to grow, deliver exceptional experiences, and build happy, engaged teams.

We’re not just another SaaS company—Shiftbase is one of Europe’s fastest-growing B2B platform providers with a bold vision. By 2034, we aim to become Europe’s go-to workforce assistant, freeing 250,000 companies from administrative burdens. With over 8,500 paying customers across the Netherlands, Germany, and beyond, we’re rapidly expanding with a clear roadmap for European and global growth.

Why Work at Shiftbase?

Working at Shiftbase means joining a fast-growing, impactful team where innovation, ownership, and collaboration are at the core. Our 75+ talented team members work in close-knit, cross-functional teams from our centrally located headquarters in Zoetermeer.

What makes Shiftbase an inspiring workplace?

• A culture of speed and ownership – We move fast, make decisions quickly, and take responsibility for results.
• Smart, ambitious colleagues – Work with top talent, challenge ideas, and grow every day.
• International expansion – Be part of an exciting journey as we scale across Europe.
• Innovation-driven mindset – Our cutting-edge product is evolving into an intelligent assistant with strategic insights, automation, and AI-powered decision-making.
• Real impact – Your work directly improves operations for thousands of businesses. See the results up close by visiting companies powered by Shiftbase.

At Shiftbase, we’re not just building software—we’re transforming the future of workforce management. Looking for a place where your ideas matter, where you can grow fast, and where you're part of a team moving full speed ahead? We’d love to meet you!

About the Role

As Engineering Manager at Shiftbase, you'll lead multiple tech teams in building impactful features for our customers and their tens of thousands of users. You bridge strategic product vision and technical execution, playing a key role in our growth ambitions. With inspiring, energetic, and approachable leadership and strong people management skills, you’ll build, guide, and continually develop high-performing tech teams—while celebrating shared successes.

You value strong collaboration with departments like Product Management, Product Marketing, and Data to ensure solutions go live quickly and deliver immediate impact. You foster a culture of trust, ownership, and continuous improvement both within and outside your engineering teams.

With a proven track record of building and leading high-performing tech teams, you’re the go-to expert for complex (IT) challenges. You’re a strategic partner to the CTO (to whom you report), a coach when possible, and a hands-on leader when needed. You champion an engineering culture that promotes innovation, productivity, enjoyment, and long-term sustainability. You drive platform quality and scalability, introducing best practices in CI/CD and test automation.

In short, you ensure Shiftbase’s ambitious growth is supported by excellent technical execution—across People, Processes, and Tools.

Key Responsibilities

Team Building & Coaching

• Recruit, develop, and inspire high-performing tech teams focused on growth, collaboration, and joy at work.

Roadmap & Planning

• Translate product strategy into clear technical roadmaps and sprint plans; monitor progress and deliverables.

Quality & Scalability

• Implement and uphold best practices in architecture, CI/CD, and test automation for sustainable performance.

Cross-functional Alignment

• Work closely with Product Management, Product Marketing, and Data to launch features swiftly and effectively.

Tackling Complex IT Issues

• Act as a strategic sparring partner and expert for complex technical decisions.

Culture & Continuous Improvement

• Cultivate a culture of trust, ownership, and constant improvement across teams and processes.

Who You Are

Experienced Leader

• 8+ years in software development, including 3+ years in a leadership role within a fast-paced SaaS environment. You know how to scale teams and build inspiring work environments.

People-Centric Coach

• You thrive on helping others grow. Your approachable style, clear feedback, and team rituals promote collaboration and enjoyment.

Strategic & Structured

• You turn product strategy into actionable plans, track KPIs like release frequency and uptime, and adjust as needed.

Tech-Savvy & Pragmatic

• Familiar with modern architecture (DDD, modularization) and robust CI/CD pipelines. You focus on delivering value.

Data-Driven Decision-Maker

• You use metrics and telemetry to identify pain points, run A/B tests, and make informed decisions that improve stability and performance.

Hands-On & Results-Oriented

• You lead complex challenges, roll up your sleeves when necessary, and ensure your teams consistently deliver.

Excellent Communicator

• You maintain clear communication with the CTO, Product, Marketing, and Data teams. You translate technical topics into business terms.

Culture Advocate

• You foster a culture of trust, ownership, and continuous learning—balancing innovation with sustainable practices.

What We Offer

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: €6,000 – €8,500/month (excluding 8% holiday allowance)
• 25 vacation days (based on a 40-hour workweek)
• Excellent pension plan
• Commuting allowance
• NS Business Card (if applicable)

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

• Hybrid work setup—work from home and enjoy collaboration at our Zoetermeer office
• Flexible hours—standard 40-hour week, with an option for 32 hours if preferred

Workplace Perks & Extras

• High-quality laptop of your choice (Mac, Windows, Linux)
• Daily free lunch and fresh fruit
• Friday drinks to unwind and connect with colleagues
• Legendary BBQs and team events—from epic parties to team-building adventures

Is This Your Dream Job?

This role IS for you if:

• You love mentoring and coaching, and find satisfaction in helping people grow
• You’re a natural leader who fosters connection, trust, and an inclusive culture
• You take ownership of both people and process matters, and guide teams through growth
• You enjoy organizing 1:1s, feedback sessions, and team rituals that spark collaboration and joy
• You proactively develop and follow up on personal growth plans

This role is NOT for you if:

• You prefer being an individual contributor over leading and developing others
• You’re uncomfortable with coaching, performance talks, or career development
• You dislike organizing team events, knowledge sharing, or celebrating wins
• You shy away from giving feedback or supporting others' growth

Apply Now!

Send your motivation letter and CV to Kevin Ouwerkerk (Interim Recruitment Lead) at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!