Senior Manager, Backend

<div class="content-intro"><p>Weight Watchers is the global leader in science-backed weight management, offering an integrated support system built for the GLP-1 era that combines scientific expertise, medication, cutting-edge technology, and human connection. With more than 60 years of experience, Weight Watchers is the most studied commercial weight management program in the world, delivered through its No. 1 U.S. doctor-recommended weight-loss program. Its holistic, personalized approach also includes U.S.-based clinical interventions and access to GLP-1 medications when clinically appropriate, and a global network of coaches and community support. Since 1963, the company has led with science to deliver its members the personalized support they need to reach and sustain their goals. Members can access these solutions directly, or through Weight Watchers for Business’ full-spectrum platform for employers, health plans, and payers. In a landscape crowded with contradictory advice, isolating apps, and one-size-fits-all solutions, Weight Watchers offers a proven path forward that is rooted in research, grounded in empathy and designed to help every member feel better in their body and live a longer, healthier life.</p></div><p><span style="color: rgb(18, 33, 231);"><strong>ABOUT THE TEAM</strong></span></p> <p>At WeightWatchers, our Engineering Team drives transformative change by leveraging technology to redefine how millions approach weight health and wellness. The team builds digital solutions that establish personalized connections and foster inclusive virtual communities, empowering members to adopt healthier habits and achieve lasting lifestyle changes. From pioneering a comprehensive telehealth platform, optimizing medication access, diving headfirst into exciting AI integrations we lead with data-driven innovations that revolutionize healthcare outcomes. Our culture thrives on urgency, collaboration, and a passion for impactful work that directly improves the lives of our members.</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(18, 33, 231);"><strong>WHAT YOU'LL DO</strong></span></p> <p>As a Senior Manager of Backend Engineering, you will lead the teams responsible for the core systems that power the WeightWatchers member experience. Your mission is to build, scale, and mentor high-performing engineering teams that deliver a member platform that is simple, fast, safe, and scalable.</p> <p>You will be responsible for the health, growth, and delivery of multiple backend squads. You will partner closely with Infra, Product, Data, and Design to turn technical strategy into a reliable reality for millions of members worldwide</p> <p><strong>Role Overview: </strong></p> <h4>1) People Leadership and Team Growth</h4> <ul> <li><strong>Talent Development:</strong> Recruit, manage, and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers, from entry-level to Principal level.</li> <li><strong>Culture of Excellence:</strong> Foster an engineering culture focused on operational readiness, documentation, incident learning, and continuous improvement.</li> <li><strong>Empowerment:</strong> Create an environment where teams have clear ownership boundaries and the autonomy to ship quickly without fragmenting the ecosystem.</li> </ul> <h4>2) Delivery and Operational Excellence</h4> <ul> <li><strong>Execution Roadmap:</strong> Drive the execution of multi-quarter technical strategies for the member platform, aligning your teams on the "why," "what," and "how".</li> <li><strong>SLO-Driven Management:</strong> Ensure teams define and meet SLIs/SLOs that reflect member happiness, prioritizing reliability and performance in "moments that matter".</li> <li><strong>Process Optimization:</strong> Identify and remove structural bottlenecks - such as brittle integrations or duplicated micro-services - to accelerate delivery across product squads.</li> </ul> <h4>3) Backend Platform and Data Integrity</h4> <ul> <li><strong>Strategic Oversight:</strong> Oversee the backend services powering member identity, food databases, and tracking foundations to ensure they are trustworthy and scalable.</li> <li><strong>Data Stewardship:</strong> Partner with Data and ML teams to ensure backend systems provide reliable, well-modeled data for journey personalization and experimentation.</li> <li><strong>Modernization:</strong> Lead your teams through the transition to modern cloud architectures and event-driven patterns that support a global digital health platform

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