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Manager, Software Engineering

Ultimate Software
Weston, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Company Overview

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200 needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career.

We are seeking a seasoned Engineering Manager (M3 Level) to join our dynamic team. As a first-line manager, you will lead a team of talented engineers, driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of ownership, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact projects. You will be responsible for guiding technical decisions, managing team performance, and aligning engineering efforts with business goals.

About the role :

Technical Leadership :

  • Provide technical leadership and direction for major projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices.
  • Be hands-on with code, maintaining high technical standards and actively participating in design and architecture decisions, code reviews, and helping engineers optimize their code.
  • Ensure that high standards of performance, scalability, and reliability are maintained when architecting, designing, and developing complex software systems and applications.
  • Ensure accountability for the team’s technical decisions and enforce engineering best practices (e.g., documentation, automation, code management, security principles).
  • Ensure the health and quality of services and incidents, proactively identifying and addressing issues.
  • Play a pivotal role in the R.I.D.E. (Recommend, Inform, Decide, Execute) framework.
  • Understand CI / CD pipelines from build, test, to deploy phases.

Team Management :

  • Lead and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and support professional development.
  • Foster a culture of service ownership and enhance team engagement.
  • Drive succession planning and engineering efficiency, focusing on quality and developer experience through data-driven approaches.
  • Promote a growth mindset, understanding and driving organizational change.
  • Actively seek opportunities for team growth and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Guide the team on how to operate in a DevOps Model.
  • Coaching and Development :

  • Grow and develop the team technically and with a quality mindset, providing strong and actionable feedback.
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for their adoption where appropriate.
  • Execution Excellence :

  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact software projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
  • Align team efforts with the strategic direction of the company, understanding the big picture and business needs.
  • Demonstrate engineering excellence and service ownership, including cost and quality management of services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and operations.
  • Make deployment decisions with appropriate risk mitigation.
  • About you :

    Basic Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in software development, with 3 years in a technical leadership role and 2 years in a people management role.
  • Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, complex software projects.
  • Deep expertise in one or more programming languages such as C#, .NET, Python, Java, or JavaScript.
  • Extensive experience with software architecture and design patterns.
  • Strong understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps principles.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and drive change.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP.
  • Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and automation tools.
  • Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
  • Experience in a complex, matrixed organization.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • Familiarity with developing accessible technologies.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer

    Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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