Manager of Software Engineering - Solutions Architecture

We are seeking a hands‑on Software Engineering Manager with strong solution architecture expertise to lead and support high‑performing development teams in a modern Agile environment. This role will focus on driving technical strategy, mentoring engineering talent, and partnering closely with product and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, innovative technology solutions. The ideal candidate combines leadership capabilities with deep technical acumen and a passion for continuous improvement, collaboration, and emerging technologies. Worksite Location 4 days a week onsite expectation if located in the Twin Cities (within one hour commute to HQ) Remote‑eligible position in Maple Grove (remote available if commute is over one hour from HQ) Pay Range $150-175K salary + bonus No work visa sponsorship available; no C2C, thank you Benefits Three levels of health insurance options 20 days of PTO 13 holidays 3 days of paid volunteer days off Annual discretionary bonus 6% 401k match Roles & Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop software engineering and architecture team members through coaching, feedback, and career development initiatives Foster a collaborative, high‑performing engineering culture centered on innovation, accountability, and continuous learning Serve as a technical leader and solution architect for key enterprise initiatives and business domains Guide architectural decisions, technical standards, and best practices to support scalable and maintainable solutions Partner with product management and business stakeholders to align technical roadmaps with strategic business priorities Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful project delivery across multiple initiatives Support Agile development practices and promote DevOps principles to improve delivery speed and quality Evaluate and recommend modern technologies, cloud solutions, and engineering tools to enhance platform capabilities Provide leadership across architecture efforts while balancing hands‑on technical involvement with people management responsibilities Required Skills & Experience Approximately 6+ years of professional software engineering experience, including 3+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent practical experience will also be considered Strong background in software architecture, system design, and enterprise application development Demonstrated success leading software engineers and technical teams in Agile environments Experience influencing technical direction and collaborating with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform Excellent communication, leadership, problem‑solving, and organizational skills Equal‑Opportunity Employer Versique is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr