Manager, Software Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Manager, Software Engineering with a strong background in software design, quality and cloud-based solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, a proven track record of modernizing legacy codebases, and a deep expertise in system design and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA). This role requires exemplary leadership abilities, with at least 2-3 years managerial experience, and a demonstrated history of delivering high-quality software on schedule and within budget.

As a Manager, Software Engineering, you will be responsible for driving technical leadership and innovation within the team, ensuring that software development processes, standards, and best practices are established and maintained. You will lead the design and implementation of solutions, with a focus on system architecture, scalability, efficiency, and security. Your hands-on approach will be crucial in maintaining software quality and in guiding the team to deliver robust and scalable solutions. Additionally, you will stay abreast of industry trends, evaluating and recommending modern technologies to enhance our development processes.

You Will:

Successful accomplishments and primary accountabilities of this position depend on establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with various people. Such people may include MCG staff, MCG leadership, clients, vendors, Hearst Corporate and Service Center.

• Technical Leadership & Innovation: Spearhead the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and efficient software that aligns with business goals. Lead initiatives to integrate innovative practices and tools, enhancing software quality and scalability across teams. Leverage your expertise in system design and SOA to ensure that technical solutions are both robust and aligned with best practices.
• Cloud-Based Solutions & System Design: Lead the design and implementation of cloud-based solutions with a strong focus on system architecture, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, and legacy codebase modernization. Your hands-on approach will ensure that technical architectures are robust, scalable, and secure.
• Best Practices & Strategy: Contribute to the design, development and continuous improvement of software development best practices and strategies. Ensure that technical excellence is upheld throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with a hands-on approach to maintaining software quality.
• Team Management & Mentorship: Manage and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence. Drive talent acquisition, training, and development, ensuring the team is aligned with the broader strategic goals of the organization.
• Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including customers and stakeholders, throughout the development lifecycle. Act as a liaison between managers and leadership, ensuring clear communication of key issues, opportunities, and updates.
• Customer Focus & Accountability: Prioritize customer-centric solutions, ensuring that all software deliverables meet the needs of our clients. Hold yourself and your team accountable to meet commitments and deliver high-quality software.
• Project Execution: Oversee project execution, mitigating risks and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

What We're Looking For:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is preferred, demonstrating a solid foundation in software development principles and practices.
• A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role, showcasing your ability to guide and mentor teams while delivering complex software solutions.
• Proficiency in .NET technologies, including C#, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework, and MVC architecture, strongly emphasizing system design and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA). Experience with Azure Cloud is needed.
• Demonstrated experience with Agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and iterative software delivery processes.
• Strong analytical skills, with a proven track record of making sound decisions that drive results and foster continuous improvement in software development.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, with the capacity to effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams and departments, ensuring alignment with business goals and project success.

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Facilitating LLM innovations in software development. 
• Advocate for software engineering best practices and a passion for quality.
• Self-motivated and take initiative to solve problems and understand the user’s experience.
• Excel at giving and receiving feedback as part of a collaborative team and development process.
• Positive attitude and a growth mindset.

Pay Range: $145,725 - $204,015

Other compensation: Bonus Eligible

Perks & Benefits:

💻 Remote work

🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

📈 401K retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings account

🏝️ 15 days of paid time off + additional front-loaded personal days

🏖️ 14 company-recognized holidays + paid volunteer days

👶 Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave + 10 weeks of paid bonding leave

🌈 LGBTQ+ Health Services

🐶 Pet insurance 

📣 Check out more of our benefits here: https://www.mcg.com/about/careers/benefits/

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Only with diverse thoughts and ideas will we be able to create the change we want in healthcare. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be for it.