Associate Manager, Software Engineering

Summary

Join Steer, a leader in automotive repair software, as an Associate Engineering Manager. This role is 60% hands-on .NET and Javascript/Typescript development and 40% people management, leading a team in designing, developing, and delivering a commercial CRM solution. You will provide technical guidance, mentor engineers, manage resources, conduct code reviews, and contribute to architectural design. Experience architecting microservices and managing software engineering teams is required. The position offers a fully remote work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in .NET development, with a strong grasp of C#, ASP.NET hosted REST APIs, and related backend technologies
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing software engineering teams
• Experience architecting microservices, REST APIs and developing 3rd party integrations
• Demonstrated understanding of database and data transformation techniques
• Solid understanding of commercial software development, design patterns, and best practices
• Proficiency in code review, debugging, and performance optimisation techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse and dispersed teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for delivering high-quality products
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and related tools
• Must be located in ET or CT time zone, to allow for effective collaboration with our international team

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance in .NET development, utilizing your in-depth knowledge of C#, ASP.NET, and related technologies to drive the team's technical decisions and solve complex challenges
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of software engineers, fostering a positive work environment and promoting their professional growth. Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, provide constructive feedback, and support team members' career development
• Collaborate with product managers, engineering leadership, and peer team leaders to clarify scope, requirements, and timelines. Take ownership of resource allocation within your team to ensure features are shipped in time with the product roadmap
• Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain quality standards, optimize performance, and ensure maintainability. Implement best practices and ensure the team adheres to established guidelines
• Work closely with the to design scalable and robust architectures that align with business needs and product roadmap
• Foster effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with our CRM platform and deliver exceptional user experiences
• Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including design documents, architectural diagrams, and API specifications, to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Engage with product and engineering leadership, providing progress updates, risks, and opportunities. Collaborate with other team leaders to align engineering efforts with our product roadmap

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with containerization, ETL solutions, and automotive service industry is a plus

Benefits

• 100% remote
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible PTO with 15 days minimum
• Generous Parental Leave
• 401k
• Chance to work with the latest technology
• A collaborative and innovative work culture
• Opportunities for career growth and development