A Manager’s Guide: How to Build a High-Performing Engineering Team

<h1><strong>Introduction</strong></h1> <p>Effective management is a crucial skill that can make the difference between success and total failure. As an engineering manager, your role goes beyond technical expertise; it requires exceptional leadership, communication, and people management skills. In this article, our senior development manager,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriomuzi/" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">Valerio Muzi</a>, shares tips on managing a high-performing engineering team.</p> <h2><strong><em>Navigating Complex Technical Decisions and Fostering Growth</em></strong></h2> <p>I&rsquo;ve been with Agoda since 2015 and currently lead a team of 34 engineers with 18 direct reports, while the remaining 16 report to managers under me. Managing many reporting lines is easy when each member understands their role and mission within the organization.</p> <p>This can be achieved through well-defined OKRs, standard processes, scrum ceremonies, and clear reporting. The role of a manager at Agoda is diverse. The primary responsibilities are empowering the team by making complex technical decisions and guiding the professional growth of all individual contributors through mentoring, coaching, and constantly challenging them to tap into their potential.</p> <h2><strong><em>Staying Current with Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies</em></strong></h2> <p>As a manager, staying up to date with emerging technologies is important. I strive to remain up-to-date by reading technical blogs and engaging in conversations with team members. For my team, I employ various strategies to help them stay current:</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/agoda-engineering/a-managers-guide-how-to-build-a-high-performing-engineering-team-ea63cb674e1b"><strong>Visit Now</strong></a></p>