What is an Engineering Manager at Justworks?
An Engineering Manager at Justworks plays a critical role in shaping the technology, culture, and processes that power a fast-growing, highly regulated HR, payroll, and benefits platform. In this position, you are not just a people coordinator; you are a technical leader who ensures the reliability, security, and scalability of complex, transactional systems. Your teams will build and maintain systems that handle sensitive employee data, financial transactions, and compliance workflows—meaning your engineering decisions directly impact the livelihoods of thousands of small businesses and their employees.
At Justworks, engineering management is a dual-responsibility discipline. You are expected to maintain a high technical bar, guide architectural decisions, and dive deep into system design and database modeling, while simultaneously fostering a supportive environment for your engineers. Whether you are leading a team in Workforce Payments, Advisors & Integrations, or International expansion, your mission is to deliver high-quality software while actively growing and mentoring the next generation of technical talent.
This role is highly collaborative and cross-functional. You will partner closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Operations leads to translate business strategy into technical roadmaps. Because Justworks operates in a space defined by complex regulatory frameworks, your ability to manage technical debt, architect for auditability, and build resilient systems is just as important as your ability to ship features quickly.
