Senior Engineering Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead our engineering teams. In this position, you will drive the development of innovative solutions while fostering a collaborative environment. You will play a critical role in shaping our engineering practices and guiding your team towards success. This role requires a leader who can translate strategic vision into actionable engineering plans while maintaining a high standard of technical excellence. You will be responsible for building scalable systems that empower our business to achieve its goals. The ideal candidate will mentor engineers and help remove obstacles that hinder productivity. You will ensure that our engineering processes are both efficient and sustainable. Ultimately, you will be a key driver in delivering value to our customers through robust technology.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Direct the technical execution of multiple engineering projects from conception to deployment.
• Provide expert-level guidance on architecture decisions to align with business objectives.
• Analyze complex engineering challenges and develop strategic solutions for optimization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and determine their applicability to our product roadmap.
• Facilitate cross-team collaboration to ensure alignment on technical dependencies.
• Establish performance metrics to monitor the efficiency and quality of engineering output.
• Mentor senior engineers and staff members to elevate the overall capability of the team.
• Partner with product management to refine requirements and clarify technical feasibility.
• Implement risk management practices to identify potential issues before they escalate.
• Drive the adoption of engineering standards that enhance code quality and maintainability.
• Oversee the integration of third-party services to extend platform capabilities.
• Champion data-driven decision-making to guide engineering investment priorities.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and best practices in software development.
• Lead retrospectives to identify lessons learned and drive process enhancements.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field as a non-negotiable academic credential.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of hands-on software engineering experience in a professional setting.
• Demonstrate at least 2 years of proven experience in a leadership capacity managing engineering staff.
• Show proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript for code review and technical discussions.
• Exhibit a strong understanding of software development methodologies and frameworks to guide team practices.
• Have experience with cloud technologies, preferably AWS or Azure, to evaluate infrastructure decisions.
• Maintain excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Display strong interpersonal skills to build trust and influence without direct authority.
• Be authorized to work in the USA for this position as a mandatory requirement.
• Commit to a full-time engagement that reflects the demands of this critical leadership role.
• Have a track record of delivering high-quality software products on schedule and within scope.
• Cultivate an environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged.
• Adhere to company values and contribute positively to the organizational culture.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban to streamline workflow.
• Experience in scaling engineering teams and processes to support rapid growth.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools to bridge development and operations.
• Understanding of CRM platforms and customer-facing software applications.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks to ensure product stability.
• Background in data analytics to interpret performance metrics effectively.
• Exposure to microservices architecture and distributed system design.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools.

Practical notes

This position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the USA. We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Remote work is available from within the United States. There may be occasional travel requirements depending on team needs. No visa sponsorship is provided for this role at this time. Candidates must be able to start within a reasonable timeframe as determined by hiring needs. Relocation assistance is not offered for this remote position. The work schedule is full-time, requiring availability during standard business hours. This role reports to the Director of Engineering or equivalent leadership.