Renaissance - Chicago, IL
posted 2 months ago
As a Software Engineering Manager at Renaissance, you will be joining a global leader in pre-K-12 education technology, where our solutions empower educators to analyze, customize, and plan personalized learning paths for students. This role is pivotal in fostering an impact-driven culture within the Platform Engineering team at Nearpod. You will leverage your creativity and leadership skills to enhance team performance and influence our development philosophy and practices. Your collaboration with product managers will be essential in developing innovative solutions that enhance classroom learning experiences. In this position, you will lead and manage a team of software engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, innovative software products. You will be responsible for developing and implementing engineering best practices, standards, and processes that promote a user value-driven culture. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing the operations of the engineering team, overseeing scheduling, resource allocation, and project management. You will also play a crucial role in mentoring and coaching team members, providing them with the guidance and support necessary to achieve their career goals. Staying current with emerging technologies and trends in the software engineering industry will be a key aspect of your role. You will split your time between management and individual contributions, engaging with your team through regular one-on-ones, periodic reviews, and timely feedback. Your unique skill set will complement the team's efforts as you prioritize work in collaboration with the product owner, balancing both business and technical values. This position encourages experimentation and continuous learning, allowing you to challenge the status quo and drive the team towards making informed decisions based on your expertise.