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Senior Manager - Technical Support Engineering

DeepLLondonCustomer Team
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Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
24 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

DeepL is hiring a Senior Manager for Technical Support Engineering in London, offering a remote-friendly work environment for a seasoned leader. This impactful role suits an experienced support professional ready to shape a brand-new technical support engineering function within a global AI pioneer.

Role Overview

In this leadership position, the Senior Manager will spearhead the creation and evolution of a dedicated technical support engineering function. This position defines the vision and standards for the technical support craft as the organization scales its Language AI platform. Collaborating closely with Product, Engineering, and Go-To-Market teams, the postholder will elevate troubleshooting standards, turn customer feedback into product advancements, and mentor a talented team across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

Formulate and execute a comprehensive strategy for the technical support function, aligning team goals with broader company objectives.
Lead, mentor, and scale a global team of technical support specialists to foster deep troubleshooting expertise and high accountability.
Establish clear career pathways and growth opportunities for technical engineers, scaling specialist knowledge across regions.
Modernize operations by introducing workflow optimization, team specialization, and practical AI and automation tools.
Implement advanced success metrics focusing on technical effectiveness, quality, and customer outcomes rather than just basic ticket numbers.
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Sales to represent the voice of support and influence business direction.
Translate recurring customer pain points and friction into actionable insights for Product and Engineering teams.

Requirements

Extensive leadership background managing Technical Support or Technical Support Engineering teams within high-growth B2B SaaS companies.
Proven expertise in building specialist troubleshooting capabilities, escalation management, and complex issue resolution.
Solid technical fluency in SaaS environments, including API integration debugging, identity protocols like SAML, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SCIM, RBAC, and IdP platforms such as Okta or Microsoft Entra ID.
Track record of modernizing support models through automation, AI, and workflow improvements.
Strong organizational design skills with a talent for developing technical specialists and driving cross-functional alignment.
Exceptional stakeholder management capabilities to influence senior leaders across Product, Engineering, and commercial divisions.

Skills and Tools

API integration debugging
Enterprise identity and authentication (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SCIM, RBAC)
Identity Provider platforms (Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Google Workspace)
Workflow optimization and support automation
Incident management and root-cause analysis

About the Company

DeepL is a prominent global AI research and product enterprise dedicated to building secure and intelligent language solutions. Founded in 2017, the organization counts roughly 1,000 passionate employees backed by top-tier investors like Benchmark, IVP, and Index Ventures. Millions of individuals and over 200,000 business customers rely on its Language AI platform for translation and writing assistance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official DeepL careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the primary focus of the Senior Manager role at DeepL?

The role focuses on building and leading a new technical support engineering function, setting the strategic direction for the technical support craft, and mentoring a global team of experts.

Where is this position located?

The role is based in London, with remote work flexibility available.

What technical background is required for this position?

Candidates need strong technical fluency in a B2B SaaS environment, including API integration debugging, enterprise authentication protocols like SAML and OAuth 2.0, and IdP patterns such as Okta and Microsoft Entra ID.

Which departments will the Senior Manager collaborate with?

The manager will work closely with Engineering, Product, Sales, Customer Success, Professional Services, and Operations teams.

How should I apply for this job?

Candidates should apply directly through the official DeepL careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official DeepL careers page.

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