Senior Software Development Manager

Role OverviewWe are a high-growth organization driving innovation at the intersection of technology, data, and business.We are seeking a seasoned Software Engineering Leader to spearhead our engineering strategy while remaining deeply involved in technical implementation.

This role is highly influential and demanding — ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, possesses deep technical expertise, and desires direct impact on product development and company trajectory.You will collaborate closely with the executive team to scale our technology, expand our team, and help define the next chapter of our platform.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement strategic architecture for critical systems with significant cross-functional impact.Drive technical vision and establish engineering standards for scalability, performance, security, and reliability.Collaborate with product, design, and business teams to shape product direction.Apply software and systems engineering principles to drive revenue growth and cost reduction, prioritizing initiatives based on business value.Mentor senior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, design sessions, and coaching.Lead technical evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies that create meaningful leverage.Contribute to brainstorming new initiatives with the executive team from a technical perspective.RequirementsAt least 10 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.Proven ability to drive complex technical projects from inception to production.Expertise in distributed systems, data platforms, backend APIs, cloud infrastructure.Strong architectural skills and a pragmatic approach to design tradeoffs.Ability to navigate ambiguity and align stakeholders across teams.Empathetic leadership and the ability to build trust among teams.Proficiency in Python, AWS lambda, MongoDB, ML / AI — but more importantly, fluency in core engineering principles.Highly motivated and detail-oriented with a proven track record in fast-paced environments.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Expected OutcomesSubstantially reduced errors and downtime in production.Led the redesign and major scaling effort of our core lead distribution system, improving performance and reliability.Delivered key infrastructure and product features that unlocked growth and operational efficiency among sales and marketing teams.Established engineering standards across testing, deployment, and code quality.Mentored engineers and elevated the overall technical maturity of the team.Critical involvement in hiring and onboarding new technical talent.Introduced tools, workflows, and frameworks that streamlined development and increased predictability.Fostered strong partnerships with the executive team and other leaders, influencing company strategy through a technical lens.