Engineering Manager - Content API (f/m/d)
ContentfulLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted October 22, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Contentful is a leading digital experience platform that enables dynamic personalization, automated content delivery, and real-time experimentation. Our core services include a cloud-based CMS, mobile solutions, and composable content infrastructure, allowing businesses to create engaging, personalized content at scale. With tools like Contentful Platform, Studio, and Ecosystem, we empower teams to build on-brand experiences efficiently. Our developer community and distributed team support innovation across the globe.
Job Description
Contentful is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a remote-first API development team focused on enhancing the platform's REST and GraphQL APIs. The role involves driving technical innovation, optimizing performance, and fostering a collaborative environment with stakeholders across various business units. The ideal candidate will mentor junior developers and own the technical delivery of innovative APIs.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience leading development teams
- Proficient in web technologies (TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Node.js) and familiar with headless CMS platforms.
- Excel at optimizing performance and scalability, with experience handling complex content structures and large datasets.
- Strong mentoring track record, fostering a culture of continuous learning and quality within a distributed team.
Benefits
- Full-time employees receive Stock Options
- Fertility and family building benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, education, compassion, and volunteer days
- Professional development budget
- Virtual and in-person events
- Wellbeing stipend
- Communication stipend
- Equipment stipend for hybrid/remote employees