Lead C++ software engineering teams at Rakuten Kobo in a hybrid Toronto-area role supporting market-leading eReader devices. Guide technical delivery from design through incident response.

As an experienced Software Engineering Manager, you will lead approximately 20 engineers and testers across three Agile teams. You will improve software underlying Kobo eReaders while balancing product goals, technical needs, and team health. The role requires leadership, project management, and collaboration with Product, Design, and Architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead approximately 20 engineers and testers across three Agile teams
- Provide technical leadership from system design through incident response
- Coach team members and support professional development




- Guide initiatives with Product, Design, and Architecture peers
- Improve processes and coordinate cross-team delivery

Requirements:
- Five or more years leading software engineering teams
- Five or more years as a software engineer
- Experience managing individuals, feedback, and performance reviews
- Experience with C++ and consumer software products
- Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills

Bring engineering leadership, C++ experience, and cooperative delivery skills to Rakuten Kobo’s eReader software teams.

📌 Software Engineering Manager Ereader (Toronto)
🏢 Rakuten Asia Pte
📍 Toronto