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Engineering Director, Canada Site Lead


Company : Remitly


Location : New Westminster, Metro Vancouver Regional Distr


Created : 2025-06-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Remitly New Westminster, British Columbia, CanadaRemitly New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job DescriptionRemitly's vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.Job DescriptionRemitly's vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.About The RoleRemitly is on a mission to transform the way immigrants send money globally, making financial services more accessible, secure, and efficient. We leverage cutting-edge data infrastructure, AI / ML, and analytics to optimize transactions, detect fraud, and personalize customer experiences.We're hiring an Engineering Director to serve as the leader of our Canada site as well as hiring and developing additional engineering teams. Site lead responsibilities will include further development of the site strategy and goals, representing Remitly at local events to build employer reputation, fostering team culture and partnering with our local facilities and recruiting teams to provide a great employee experience. Engineering leadership responsibilities will include the hiring and management of engineering squads including hiring managers, refining team charters and driving execution towards team goals. This role will report to our Director of Engineering for Identity and Trust.You WillWork with our local facilities, HR and recruiting teams to provide an excellent employee experienceEstablish Remitly's employer brand by engaging in local tech events and representing Remitly externallyOwn our Canada site strategy; communicate with leaders across the company regarding site goals, progress and expansion opportunitiesLead engineering teams building platform capabilities to support Remitly's product teamsHire and develop managers and technical leaders within your teamEstablish a culture of technical excellence and consistent delivery towards goalsCreate and share clear charters for your teams to keep them connected to company goals and the needs of our customersYou Have8+ years managing engineering teams4+ years managing other managersExperience building teams from the ground up with a strong focus on recruiting and cultureAn up-to-date understanding of software application development practices including system design, distributed systems, persistence / databases and API design and best practicesStrong written and verbal communication skills with the capability to represent the company externallyExperience hiring and developing senior talent up to the Principal Engineer and Senior Manager levelCompensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is $220,000-$275,000. In Canada, Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.Mental Health & Family Forming BenefitsEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Life Insurance & DisabilityContinuing education and travel benefitsWe are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge / veteran, pregnancy (including a woman's potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV / AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. 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