Senior Software Engineering Manager

Summary

Join TechnologyAdvice as a Senior Software Engineering Manager and lead a team of engineers in developing impactful software. You will mentor and coach your team, fostering growth and a balanced work/life environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions. Leverage cutting-edge technologies like AWS and modern DevOps tooling. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and experience with various software languages and frameworks. The position is remote-first and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• 2+ years of management experience leading multiple teams of software engineers
• 5+ years in a technology-focused role as a Software Engineer or similar
• Must have experience with various software languages and frameworks
• Proficiency in Agile and/or Scrum methodologies for project delivery
• Proven experience leading large technical projects while effectively identifying incremental goals and adapting to business needs
• Strong communication skills to effectively explain technical concepts, collaborate across teams, mentor junior developers, and contribute to agile processes
• Eager to learn, quick to contribute, and staying on top of technical trends

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach engineers, ensuring your team is fully equipped to do their best work, cultivating growth, and fostering a balanced work/life environment
• Plan, execute, and oversee product features and initiatives across departments, managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Partner with product and business stakeholders to define requirements, report progress, and align on technology roadmaps
• Support your team in architecting solutions, driving quality practices, and implementing scalable processes
• Lead ceremonies such as standups, sprint planning, refinements, and retrospectives
• Build autonomous, effective teams, and mentor leaders within your organization
• Collaborate with technology leadership on departmental initiatives and act as a cultural champion across the broader organization
• Work with key technologies like MySQL, PHP/Laravel, Python, Vue.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Docker, and Kubernetes

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred experience in PHP/Laravel, JavaScript, Vue, MySQL, database optimization, and AWS tooling

Benefits

• Career Growth: Advance with mentorship programs, leadership academies, and opportunities to shape company culture and DEI initiatives
• Flex Fridays: Adjust your 40-hour week to enjoy a full or half day off on Fridays
• Remote-First Culture: Work from the comfort of your home
• Flexible PTO: Take the time you need, when you need it
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Insurance Protection: Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401K with Match: Secure your future with our company-matched retirement savings
• Paid Parental Leave: Support for new parents during life’s special moments
• Wellness Perks: Access Headspace and enjoy monthly fitness reimbursements
• Pet Insurance: Care for your furry family members
• Speaker Series Bonus: Present in our monthly speaker series and earn a bonus
• Book Reimbursement: Get up to 12 books reimbursed per year to fuel your learning
• Bucket List Benefit: Celebrate milestones with annual contributions toward your dream adventures after 3 years
• In-Office Perks: Enjoy catered lunches for our in-office team