Engineering Manager, Backend (Public Sector)

Motive; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 148,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company based in Nashville, TN, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team of software engineers in delivering impactful software solutions for the public sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality. This role offers a competitive salary range of $148,000 to $226,000 USD and a commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in leading and delivering complex backend software engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of software development processes and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and manage a team of software engineers.
• Oversee the planning and execution of software engineering projects.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team.
• Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of innovation within the engineering team.
• Optimize resource allocation for efficient talent use.
• Oversee the quality assurance process to ensure high-quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Software Development

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

About the Role:

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead and mentor a team of software engineers, ensuring the successful delivery of projects and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation on our brand new Public Sector team. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to driving excellence in software development specifically supporting our Enterprise organization.

The public sector, in the context of our business, is about empowering the organizations that form the backbone of our communities and infrastructure—from local governments and transportation authorities to utilities and public works departments. These entities are responsible for essential services that keep our society running smoothly and safely. By applying our technology to the public sector, we can directly impact the lives of millions by improving the efficiency of critical services, enhancing safety for public workers, and optimizing the use of public resources. This isn\'t just about building software; it\'s about partnering with those who serve the public good to make a tangible and meaningful difference in the physical world.

What You’ll Do:

• Team Leadership: Build, lead, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance. Provide guidance on technical challenges, career development, and performance improvement.


• Project Management: Oversee the planning and execution of software engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives. Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables, and monitor progress to meet deadlines.


• Technical Direction: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards. Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to define and implement technical strategies.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, quality assurance, and other stakeholders to ensure effective coordination across different functions. Drive communication channels to address project-related challenges and provide solutions.


• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Encourage a culture of innovation within the engineering team, promoting the exploration of new technologies and methodologies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for optimization and enhancement.


• Resource Management: Optimize resource allocation, ensuring the efficient use of talent and expertise. Address resource constraints and bottlenecks to maintain project timelines.


• Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality assurance process to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. Implement testing and validation processes to meet quality standards. Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to key stakeholders on project status, achievements, and challenges.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.


• 8+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role


• Proven success in leading and delivering complex backend software engineering projects.


• Strong understanding of software development processes and methodologies


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Pay Transparency
Your compensation may be based on several factors, including education, work experience, and certifications. For certain roles, total compensation may include restricted stock units. Motive offers benefits including health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits, paid time off, sick time off, short term and long term disability coverage, life insurance as well as 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Learn more about our benefits by visiting Motive Perks & Benefits.
The compensation range for this position will depend on where you reside. For this role, the compensation range is:

United States

$148,000 — $226,000 USD

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is one of Motive\'s core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives.

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