Engineering Manager (Python) at Picnic Technologies B.V.

• You have at least 7 years of experience and a profound understanding of back-end development including Python.
• You have at least 2 years of experience in leading projects and/or teams.
• ..and for bonus points: prior experience in simulation-related topics

Our Tech: Python 3.10/3.11/3.12, SimPy, Many Python libraries across various domains, RabbitMQ, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, TeamCity, Microservices

Picnic operates more than 40 product tech teams that each provide an integral part of our customers' experience - from the point they start the app until the moment they hold their groceries in their hands.

As Tech Lead, you will be leading our Python Warehouse Simulation team to empower them to build simulations of some of the biggest automated warehouses in Europe, as well as models of new warehousing and automation concepts that will enable us to expand as never before. Together with the Product Owner, you will evaluate initiatives and drive roadmap discussions. You will be responsible for the delivery of projects and for developing the skills and strengths of the people working in your team. As a Tech Lead, you’ll lead by example, not by title.

 And for a sneak peek at what the team has already been working on - here’s how we built a multi-million Euro automated warehouse in Python!

✍🏼 Every expert was once a beginner! 

You’ll get plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and grow, including the Picnic Tech Academy, Lunch & Learn sessions, and tailored soft skills training. We also offer free professional weekly language courses.

💡 Make a difference

You’ll work in an awesome startup environment with the freedom to drive your own projects and create a visible impact. Our fully electric vehicles and sustainable business model mean you’ll also be contributing to making the world a better place! 

🫱🏼‍🫲🏾 Teamwork makes the dream work

With more than 80 nationalities across 3 countries, you’ll be part of a diverse company with plenty of cool stuff to get involved with, from board game evenings to after-work drinks to our company ski trip and more!

🍎 You are what you eat

You’ll get freshly prepared, healthy lunches and snacks (with plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and halal options). Coffee snob? Don’t worry, our amazing Picnic barista has you covered.

🚴🏽 Stay healthy 

Mental health is important. As well as having the option to speak with Picnic colleagues who act as confidential advisors, our collaboration with OpenUp gives you easy access to professional psychologists, along with workshops and materials. 

There are plenty of sports communities and events to get involved with, from tennis to yoga, to climbing! 

🔋 Attractive package

We offer competitive compensation and a pension plan that looks out for your future self, as well as 25 vacation days per year, so you can recharge your batteries