Nitra

Engineering Manager

Nitra • TW
Hybrid
Who we are: Nitra's mission is to build a more efficient healthcare system and the technology that makes it possible.  Our goal is to provide an ecosystem of fintech and software solutions that help doctors better manage their practices, so they can have time back to focus on what matters to them most.

We operate with urgency, intensity, and ambition. The bar is high because the opportunity is massive. We expect excellence, ownership, and intellectual rigor from every team member. We move fast, make bold decisions, and hold ourselves accountable to results. At the same time, we believe great companies are built on trust and respect. Every voice matters. Every contribution counts. When we win, we win together.

We are scaling rapidly and on a clear trajectory toward becoming a unicorn this year — and beyond. Our growth is not accidental; it’s the result of disciplined execution, relentless focus, and a team that refuses to settle. We are building a category-defining company, and we’re looking for people who want to do the most meaningful work of their careers.

If you want comfort, this isn’t the place.
If you want impact, ownership, and the chance to help build a generational fintech company, welcome. Nitra was created by unicorn founders who have successfully scaled to thousands of customers and exited $1B+ public offerings. They are joined by an ambitious and experienced team from American Express, Citi, PayPal, Capsule, Plaid, Bloomberg, Meta, Facebook, and Mastercard. The team is backed by some of the world’s leading VCs (Andreessen Horowitz, NEA, etc.) and is supported by an expert group of advisors including the cofounders of Square and Xendit, executives from Intuit, former Governors, White House senior staffers, and a co-founder of CityMD.

Nitra maintains a hybrid work policy, with team members working from the office four days per week and Wednesdays designated as a work-from-home day.

We're looking for:

Nitra is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and grow a high-performing engineering team in Taipei. You will be responsible for delivering robust fintech and healthcare technology products while driving high-impact execution within a fast-moving startup environment. The ideal candidate is an engineer who has successfully transitioned into management and possesses the intellectual rigor to guide complex system design. We are not looking for a career administrator; we need a leader who has spent at least 2+ years managing teams and prioritizes impact over process.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Manage and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of ownership and intellectual rigor.
  • Leverage your background in system design and engineering to guide technical architecture and code quality.
  • Partner closely with US-based product, design, and executive teams to align on vision and delivery.
  • Lead hiring efforts in Taipei to scale the engineering organization, implementing necessary structures and processes without sacrificing speed.
  • Handle and re-prioritize a high volume of tasks in a fast-paced environment, turning challenges into opportunities to level up.
  • You have:

  • A background as a former engineer with a deep understanding of system design.
  • 5+ years of experience in Engineering; 2+ years minimum of experience managing engineering teams.
  • Proven experience in a fast-moving startup
  • High English and Mandarin proficiency to communicate effectively with a global team.
  • A total willingness to work flexible, nightly hours to collaborate with our U.S. team.
  • A clear leadership philosophy and the ability to mentor leads and scale structures.
  • Ideally a degree from a top 3 school in Taipei (e.g., NTU).
  • Experience in Fintech, Marketplaces, or Healthcare is a significant plus.
  • We offer:

  • Equity - Everyone at Nitra is an owner. When the company wins, you win.
  • Competitive Salary - You’re the best of the best, and your salary will reflect your experience and reward your contributions to Nitra.
  • Nitra maintains a hybrid work policy, with team members working from the office four days per week and Wednesdays designated as a work-from-home day.