Engineering Manager

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the software development team in building and delivering high-quality software applications within an agile environment.
• Plan, design, and oversee the implementation of full stack solutions using.NET (C#), Angular, and MSSQL.
• Oversee development and maintenance of a cross-platform iOS/Android mobile application written in Flutter.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to translate business needs into technical strategies and deliverables.
• Ensure scalability, performance, and reliability in cloud-native environments, primarily on AWS (experience with Azure or GCP also valued).
• Drive technical excellence by promoting modern engineering practices including code reviews, test automation, and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI or GitHub Actions).
• Coach and mentor developers to enhance their technical skills, career growth, and overall effectiveness.
• Identify and manage system dependencies, ensuring integration between services is seamless and stable.
• Champion continuous improvement in software quality, development processes, and team collaboration.
• Performance Management: Provide regular feedback, address performance challenges constructively, and guide engineers toward excellence.
• Hiring and Headcount Planning: Collaborate with leadership on staffing strategies, refine onboarding processes, and ensure the team has the talent needed for success.
• Technical Leadership: Set standards for architecture, coding, and design. Support cross-team technical initiatives and establish best practices.
• Empathy and Team Support: Create an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience directly managing software engineers.
• 15+ years of hands-on experience in software development with .NET (C#), Angular, and cloud-based architectures.
• Strong understanding of microservices, API design, and distributed systems.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps tools (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices including source control, code reviews, testing, and deployment automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex, enterprise-grade applications.
• Strong background in architecting and scaling systems for performance and reliability.
• Experience in financial services, credit systems, or other mission-critical software domains.
• Track record of successfully hiring, coaching, and retaining top engineering talent.
• Experience communicating technical concepts to executives, product owners, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in agile environments with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.