What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineering Manager position at NorthMark Strategies?
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead and mentor two small teams of full-stack engineers responsible for building cloud-native web and mobile applications. This role involves driving the development of innovative solutions, including a portfolio management system with advanced data analysis and visualization capabilities, as well as a managed services platform for cloud components, enabling developer platforms and clusters. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for building scalable, secure, and high-quality software.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage, mentor, and grow two small teams of full-stack engineers.
- Foster a high-performing engineering culture with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
- Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and support career development for team members.
Project Oversight
- Oversee the development of a portfolio management solution, focusing on data analysis, database design, and visualization.
- Guide the creation of a managed services platform for cloud components that enable clusters and developer platforms.
Technical Execution
- Ensure delivery of scalable, secure, and high-quality web and mobile applications.
- Drive the adoption of modern engineering practices such as microservices architecture, serverless computing, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.
Technology Stack & Best Practices
- Leverage technologies such as React (including React Native for mobile and desktop), Go, Python, and cloud-native tools.
- Promote best practices in software development, including testing strategies, code reviews, and security-first design principles.
Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience managing software engineering teams (5 years in leadership roles).
- Expertise in building full-stack web applications using React, including experience with React Native for mobile and desktop platforms.
- Strong backend development experience with languages such as Go and Python.
- Hands-on experience designing scalable systems using microservices architecture and serverless computing models.
- Deep understanding of building secure applications with robust authentication/authorization mechanisms.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience with cloud-native application development on platforms like AWS or Azure.
- Familiarity with database design principles for analytics-heavy applications.
- Knowledge of managed services platforms or infrastructure automation tools
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams by mentoring engineers and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to lead innovative projects at the intersection of data analytics, cloud-native technologies, and managed services platforms. If you are passionate about solving complex technical challenges while mentoring talented engineers to achieve their best work, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to be part of our dynamic team driving cutting-edge solutions in modern software engineering!
It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Benefits & Perks:
- Company-Paid Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical in our High Deductible Health Plan, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and their families, 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k): Company will match 100% of your contributions up to 6%
- Optional Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical insurance in our PPO plan and a variety of other benefits such as Health Savings Accounts (with Company Contribution!), Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Life Insurance, Wellhub and more.
- Time Off: 25 days of Paid Time Off plus 12 company holidays
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