Software Engineering Manager

The Fountain Group - Madison, WI

Full-time - Manager

Madison, WI

51-100 employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

This hybrid role focuses on leading the technical vision for the evolution of a software system from a monolithic architecture to a modern, distributed model. The position involves managing a growing software development team, ensuring technical integrity, and fostering a collaborative environment while delivering high-quality software in an agile setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical vision for the system's evolution from a monolithic architecture to a modern, distributed model.
• Drive the growth of the software development team during a period of rapid scaling while maintaining technical integrity and performance.
• Manage a diverse and expanding team, fostering open communication, collaboration, and collective problem-solving.
• Work closely with Product Management and UX to plan, prioritize, and deliver high-quality software in an agile environment.
• Foster a culture of excellence centered in agile software practices, including iterative development, test automation, continuous integration, and clean code principles.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and support leaders to align development with customer needs and business objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in leading software development teams with a proven track record of shipping commercial software.
• Strong technical background in .NET technologies and modern system design and architecture, including experience with distributed systems.
• Knowledgeable in cloud-based technologies and SaaS platforms, focusing on creating scalable and reliable software solutions.
• Exceptional soft skills, adept at aligning diverse viewpoints and facilitating constructive discussions.
• Proficiency in fostering quality software development through industry-standard practices such as iterative development, test automation, continuous integration, and clean code advocacy.
• In-depth knowledge of relational database systems with proficiency in writing and optimizing ad hoc SQL queries.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelors in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Potential to convert to permanent position.