Engineering Manager
Compass EducationSydney, New South Wales, Australia
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Compass is a company transforming the school day for everyone. We build smart, seamless technology that empowers schools to focus on what really matters: learning, growing and thriving.
Job Description
Come shape the future of education with Compass, a company transforming the school day for everyone. We're looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a team in Sydney, building technology that empowers schools worldwide.
Requirements
- 4+ years' experience leading software engineering teams, ideally within a SaaS environment.
- Strong understanding of Agile development and modern engineering practices.
- Experience working with modern web technologies such as PHP, React and front-end frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind.
- Excellent communication skills and experience working cross-functionally with Product Managers and other business functions.
- A customer-first mindset, with the ability to understand real user needs and translate them into meaningful product outcomes.
Benefits
- A hybrid working environment, with teams working a hybrid structure in our Sydney office.
- Learning and development opportunities, including a dedicated PD budget.
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including face-to-face, phone and live chat support.
- A parental leave program for both primary and secondary carers.
- A supportive, inclusive culture where your voice is valued and heard.
