Engineering Manager (Banking/FinTech)

Afterman Software LLC; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Afterman Software LLC is seeking a hands-on leader to guide a team of engineers while delivering scalable software solutions. The role blends engineering execution (60%) with people and project management (40%), driving ownership, high-impact opportunities, and rapid delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You will design and implement backend systems using .NET, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, RabbitMQ, Docker, and AWS, while mentoring engineers and QA professionals across multiple initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering with progressive leadership or management responsibilities.
• 6+ years of experience with C#, .NET Core, and the Microsoft development ecosystem deployed via AWS.
• 6+ years of experience in real-time data management (SQL, NoSQL, caching).
• 4+ years of experience in DevOps disciplines (GIT or Azure DevOps, Terraform, Python).
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering teams and interfacing with product and business organizations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver scalable software modules and components.
• Build backend systems using .NET 10, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, RabbitMQ, Docker and AWS.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of engineers and QA professionals with empathy and growth focus.
• Foster a culture that promotes sharing ideas, calculated risks, and learning from setbacks.
• Plan, triage, and prioritize work across multiple initiatives with lifecycles from two weeks to three months.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

AWS

Docker

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

RabbitMQ

Git

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Python

Job description

Company Description

Afterman Software delivers superior business solutions and consulting services to clients of all sizes, emphasizing long-term, personal partnerships. The company is driven by a commitment to honesty, integrity, and high-quality delivery in every engagement. Team members are encouraged to bring both technical expertise and genuine care to their work, reflecting the company’s “heart and soul in everything we touch” philosophy. Applicants can expect a values-led environment that prioritizes client success and professional growth.

What We're Looking For

This is a hands-on leadership role—approximately 60% engineering and 40% people and project management. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, identifies high-impact opportunities, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Design, develop, and deliver scalable software modules and components
• Build backend systems using .NET 10, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, RabbitMQ, Docker and AWS

People & Project Management Responsibilities (~40%)

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of engineers and QA professionals with empathy, trust, and a focus on individual growth
• Foster a culture that promotes sharing ideas, taking calculated risks, and learning from setbacks
• Plan, triage, and prioritize work across multiple initiatives with lifecycles ranging from two weeks to three months

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering (a mix of front-end, back-end, API, security, and other best practices), with progressive leadership or management responsibilities
• 6+ years of experience with C#, .NET Core, and the Microsoft development ecosystem deployed via AWS
• 6+ years of experience in real-time data management (SQL, NoSQL, caching)
• 4+ years of experience in DevOps disciplines (GIT or Azure Devops, Terraform, Python)
• 3+ years of experience leading, managing engineering teams and interfacing with product and business organizations

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in the financial industry (FinTech or traditional banking)
• Fully understands the business logic to drive the most relevant engineering solution