Engineering Manager
Job Summary
Job Description
As the Manager of Engineering at Lightcast, you will lead a team of software developers, driving innovation and excellence in software development. This role requires an experienced leader to manage and mentor engineering teams, oversee software development projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge products. You will ensure the quality, scalability, and performance of software solutions, providing strong leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance. Key responsibilities include project planning, resource allocation, milestone tracking, and implementing rigorous testing and quality assurance processes to maintain reliability and performance.
Must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in software development.
- 2 years in a leadership or management role.
- Strong technical proficiency in software development.
- Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Commitment to high-quality software development standards.
- Project management skills.
Good to have:
- Expertise in multiple programming languages and methodologies.
- Experience with software architecture.
- Knowledge of coding best practices.
- Experience with performance optimization.
- Ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Adaptability to evolving technology and project requirements.
10 skills required
Job Details
As the Manager of Engineering at Lightcast, you will lead a team of software developers and play a pivotal role in driving innovation and excellence in software development. This position is designed for an experienced leader who manages and mentors engineering teams, oversees software development projects, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge products. You will ensure our software solutions’ quality, scalability, and performance.
Major Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Project Management: Oversee software development projects, including project planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking, to ensure on-time delivery.
- Technical Expertise: Act as a technical resource for the team, providing guidance on software architecture, coding best practices, and problem-solving.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate with product management, design, quality assurance, and other departments to define project requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs.
- Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee rigorous testing and quality assurance processes to maintain the reliability and performance of software solutions.
- Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and efficiency of engineering efforts.
- Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, manage team schedules, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Skills:
- Java (Programming Language)
- Software Development
- Computer Science
- Engineering Management
- Scalability
- New Product Development
Abilities:
- Strong technical proficiency in software development, with expertise in multiple programming languages and methodologies.
- Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams, driving results and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on technical challenges and performance optimization.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Commitment to maintaining high-quality software development standards and delivering user-centric solutions.
- Project management skills and the ability to manage resources effectively.
- Adaptability to evolving technology and project requirements.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
Lightcast is a global leader in labor market insights with headquarters in Moscow (ID) and Boston (MA) and offices in the United Kingdom, Europe, and India. We work with partners across six continents to help drive economic prosperity and mobility by providing the insights needed to build and develop our people, our institutions and companies, and our communities.
Lightcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Lightcast has always been, and always will be, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek dynamic professionals from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage our employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work.
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