Affinidi is a technology company dedicated to changing data ownership for good. We empower businesses and individuals with control and ownership of their data, with a comprehensive approach to managing their holistic identity – accounting for all aspects of their digital footprint while ensuring privacy and security.
Affinidi’s technology enables users to benefit from decentralised digital identity solutions. We believe that everyone has the right to own and control their data, and we are committed to creating a trusted digital credentials ecosystem that empowers businesses and individuals to securely exchange data and services across borders and industries.
We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineering Manager with deep expertise in backend systems (Rust, TypeScript, microservices, cloud)to lead multiple engineering teams building the Affinidi Elements platform. While you will manage and support teams working across the full stack (backend, frontend, platform infrastructure), your technical depth and demonstrated experience in backend engineering will be crucial in guiding architecture, ensuring quality, and driving technical strategy.
This role blends people leadership with technical leadership : you will grow high-performing fullstack teams, define best practices across the stack, and remain hands-on in critical technical decisions to ensure our systems are secure, scalable, and performant.
We work together to unlock data
Lead multiple engineering teams, providing vision, direction, and coaching to managers, staff engineers, and senior ICs
Drive engineering execution and on-time delivery of secure, performant, and customer-centric systems
Establish and evolve engineering best practices, delivery processes, and quality standards to scale effectively
Mentor and develop engineering leaders, fostering career growth, leadership depth, and technical excellence
Champion privacy by design , security-first principles, and high-quality engineering across backend and frontend systems
Proven track record of leading engineering organizations in global, high-growth environments while driving on-time delivery of high-quality systems at scale
Are skilled at balancing strategic vision with practical execution, aligning engineering teams with business outcomes
Possess deep backend expertise in Rust (required), with strong knowledge of TypeScript/Node.js ; familiarity with C#, Go, or similar is a plus
js and/or Flutter, demonstrates solid understanding of modern web and/or mobile development practices
Demonstrate proven success in designing, deploying, and scaling microservices in cloud environments, specifically, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Excel at cross-functional collaboration with product, design, and security stakeholders
Thrive in fast-moving startup environments, building autonomous teams that experiment, learn, and deliver at speed
Bonus points:
Hybrid working model
Work within international environment
Home Office Allowance
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