Engineering Manager - LiveAction

Have you heard of Blue Cat? We’re one of those hidden gems that’s been disrupting the market as a key player in the rapidly growing space of Intelligent Network Operations. Organizations require a new model of network operations that links foundational core services with a deep, predictive understanding of network health and performance to improve change readiness. Blue Cat’s Intelligent Net Ops is a first-to-market combination of systems of understanding and change.

Blue Cat enables teams to enhance agility and mitigate risks from high rates of change with a unified management lifecycle, from provisioning to proactive troubleshooting and remediation.

At Blue Cat, we take immense pride in our award-winning culture, an integral part of our identity. We are proud recipients of several prestigious accolades, including the "Great Place to Work" certification. By becoming a part of our team, you not only join a company at the forefront of technology but also become an integral member of Canada’s top workplaces in various categories, including Technology
, Today’s Youth and Women
, and Mental Health and Inclusion
.

We’re looking for an Engineering Manager to join our growing team!

The ideal candidate should possess strong technical leadership experience in backend and platform engineering, with a proven ability to lead teams delivering scalable, secure, and high-quality on-premises products. You will manage a core engineering team responsible for building and evolving dynamic features within the Network Observability suite of products.

You will work closely with a small, highly focused engineering team and operate within an Agile software development process. You will collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders, guide execution, and help define and drive technical and delivery strategies for our products.

• Leading and mentoring a team of software engineers to deliver high‑quality, scalable solutions
• Providing technical guidance on architecture, design decisions, and implementation approaches
• Collaborating with product management, architecture, and other stakeholders to define requirements and priorities
• Driving the delivery of new dynamic services for Network Observability
• Ensuring best practices for security, reliability, and data protection are followed
• Establishing and improving development processes, including CI/CD, testing, and quality standards
• Supporting career development, performance management, and growth of engineering team members
• Coordinating with internal teams to ensure successful rollout, training, and support of new solutions

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience leading and managing software engineering teams
• Strong understanding of backend systems, distributed services, and modern software architectures
• Experience leveraging open source technologies and open standards
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing engineering talent
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum‑based development environments

• Hands‑on experience with Golang and REST API development
• Familiarity with Open Telemetry, gRPC, or similar observability and communication frameworks
• Experience managing teams building on‑premises or enterprise software products
• Background in Network Observability or related domains

If you share our enthusiasm for the future of our company and are eager to contribute to our vibrant workplace, we look forward to receiving your application! Our comprehensive benefits encompass your health, financial well‑being, and overall wellness, and we are committed to providing an exceptional work environment, enriching employee programs, and fostering a remarkable company culture. At our core, we champion values such as transparency, curiosity, respect, and above all, the pursuit of enjoyment.

In addition, we offer a range of appealing perks, including:

• A Professional Development Budget
• Dedicated Wellness Days and Wellness Week
• A Lifestyle Spending Account
• An Employee Recognition Program

Blue Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Blue Cat will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.