Senior Engineering Manager

Overview Join to apply for the Senior Engineering Manager - AI role at Alan . Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The mission & impact You. Better. With Alan. We're building AI-powered healthcare tools that 700K+ people depend on across France, Spain, Belgium, and Canada. Our customer support systems handle 50K+ member interactions daily with AI assistance - when they break, people can't get the healthcare guidance they need most. Your leadership directly impacts how we deliver exceptional care to our members. In 2024, our AI-powered support tools reduced response times by 60% while improving member satisfaction scores. What you'll build and who you'll work with Support tools & systems : Sophisticated platforms that empower our support team to deliver exceptional member experiences Operational solutions : Systems that combine technical excellence with a deep understanding of support workflows and member needs Automated support workflows : AI-driven automation that handles routine tasks, letting our support team focus on complex member needs and relationship building Role You'll lead 6-15 engineers across multiple crews, working closely with product managers, support operations, and data scientists. You're the bridge between cutting-edge AI technology and real member impact. In this role, you will: Set technical direction by balancing debt with features, establishing quality standards through code reviews, and driving operational excellence in monitoring and security Build talent density through strategic hiring, honest performance management, and creating engaging technical challenges that excite engineers Enable effective collaboration across crews by fostering psychological safety, facilitating knowledge sharing, and addressing team dynamics proactively Drive strategic alignment with product partners, improve development efficiency using modern tools (AI, Cursor, Dust), and ensure realistic commitments that balance technical needs with business goals Stay hands-on with architecture decisions, technical problem-solving, and maintaining your engineering skills while developing as a leader Why this role is special Dual impact : Shape both technical excellence and team growth - your engineers become better while building better products AI at scale : Lead teams building production AI systems that serve hundreds of thousands of healthcare interactions Leadership growth : Influence engineering culture, mentor future leaders, and drive technical strategy that shapes the future of healthcare delivery What we're looking for Leadership experience : 3-5 years managing engineering teams with a track record of building high-performers Experience scaling teams and establishing engineering excellence standards Technical foundations : Strong technical background with ability to guide architectural decisions Experience with modern development practices and AI-assisted development tools What we value : You balance technical debt with feature delivery while maintaining quality You develop people as much as you develop products Clear progression in your management career - increasing team size, scope, and strategic impact Mission alignment : Healthcare technology and AI innovation excite you You understand that great engineering teams are built on psychological safety and continuous learning How we work Location : You must be legally eligible to work in France, Belgium, or Spain. Hybrid approach : Amazing office spaces, sponsored co-working hubs, or full remote - we want you where you're most effective at leading and developing your teams. Growth mindset : Every Alaner gets a dedicated coach from day one. As a leader, you'll have additional support for developing your management skills. Important note: we hire people, not roles. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't check every box, we'd love to hear from you . Everyone, no matter how underrepresented, should feel free to apply, as it can only bring learnings or success. If you identify yourself as a woman : Did you know that research shows women often apply only when meeting 100% of requirements? Remember, this is just a guide, not a checklist. We'll be thrilled to receive your application Check out our About Alan and Career pages, as well as our Medium, blog and Glassdoor page for more info. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr