Software Engineering Manager

Design, develop, and deliver software solutions using appropriate technologies, frameworks, and methodologies Continuously improve platform performance and development efficiency Partner with architecture teams to ensure compliance with global technology standards Audit application portfolios to eliminate duplication and improve efficiency Drive legacy transformation initiatives aligned with global technology lifecycle strategies Lead and provide technical direction to software engineering teams across Canada and Mexico Mentor and develop high-performing engineering talent Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement Support regional managers in achieving market objectives through technology leadership Report technology and quality initiatives to the Engineering Director Own quality and security practices throughout the software delivery lifecycle Improve engineering transparency, metrics collection, and incident resolution processes Promote adoption of software craftsmanship principles and engineering best practices Identify and implement new technologies and digital initiatives that improve efficiency, customer experience, and business outcomes Manage technology vendors and external partners to optimize delivery, value, and cost effectiveness Support IT budgeting, resource planning, governance, and investment decisions Ensure alignment, transparency, and return on technology investments Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to translate business needs into technology solutions Build strong relationships across teams to promote knowledge sharing and eliminate duplicate or conflicting solutions Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field OR a combination of education and experience 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience 6+ years of experience in software design, programming, design patterns, and Java-based development Experience developing testable software features and conducting effective code reviews 4+ years of experience leading Agile software development teams and delivering enterprise-scale products Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills 4+ years of experience in software operations, including CI/CD, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), observability, application support, and maintenance 2+ years of experience in technical planning and solution architecture Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States Visa sponsorship is not available for this position Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in software engineering, including Java-based development, Agile methodologies, and CI/CD practices. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor talent, and drive technology initiatives that enhance performance and efficiency. Highest-signal resume keywords Java-Based Development Agile Software Development CI/CD Practices Technical Planning Solution Architecture ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Software Design Programming Design Patterns Testable Software Features Code Reviews Software Operations Site Reliability Engineering Observability Application Support Maintenance Soft Skills Leadership Communication Stakeholder Management Industry Keywords Software Solutions Technology Standards Legacy Transformation Engineering Best Practices Technology Leadership IT Budgeting Resource Planning Governance Investment Decisions Knowledge Sharing #J-18808-Ljbffr