Software Engineering Manager

About This Role

Software Engineering Managers apply deep subject matter expertise to lead and develop staff in resolving complex business and technical issues within established policies. This role involves managing activities of exempt individual contributors across large, multi-department areas, ensuring accountability for delivering outcomes aligned with organizational strategy. The manager acts as a strategic advisor to senior management, driving clarity in priorities, milestones, and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for a diverse team of individual contributors responsible for designing, developing, and delivering complex system software and tools
• Manage headcount, deliverables, schedules, and budgets across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, roadmaps, and quality standards
• Collaborate with program managers, technical leaders, and executive teams to communicate progress, resolve issues, and influence strategic decisions
• Build strong partnerships with outsourced vendors, setting clear expectations for deliverables, quality, and timelines
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, cost efficiencies, and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with AI experts, program managers, and stakeholders to define and incorporate AI innovations into products and business processes
• Oversee talent management, including hiring, coaching, and career development, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring on-time project delivery and high quality
• Provide technical guidance to enable team growth and high-performance execution
• Regularly evaluate team performance, providing constructive feedback to support individual and organizational success

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or related field
• Typically, 7-10 years’ experience
• 0-2 years of people management experience
• Advanced business acumen, technical knowledge, and extensive knowledge of cloud applications and related technologies
• Strong leadership skills, including coaching, team building, and conflict resolution
• Advanced project management skills, including time and risk management, resource prioritization, and project structuring
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation, presentation, and influence skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits that supports physical, financial and emotional wellbeing
• Investment in career development with specific programs to help reach career goals