Engineering Manager, Software Development

PitchBook; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual educational stipend

401k match

Job summary

PitchBook, a Morningstar company, is seeking an Engineering Manager, Software Development in Seattle. You will lead software engineering, testing, and related activities for one or more teams globally, crafting simple, elegant solutions and aligning with product goals.

You will manage and code, deliver large-scale microservices, and mentor engineers while working with cross-functional partners to drive innovation and business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field.
• 5+ years in software development.
• 2+ years in engineering leadership with direct management responsibilities.
• 3+ years delivering services as part of a large-scale distributed microservices architecture.
• Current hands-on managing and coding/design role.
• 2 years experience performing annual employee reviews.
• Experience with Java, Spring Framework (incl. Spring Boot), and Java middleware technologies.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to work on site in Seattle 5 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Leads software development technical direction and execution for one or more teams.
• Bridges gap between business/product needs and execution; defines roadmaps and OKRs.
• Ensures roadmaps are delivered on-time with high quality.
• Extends influence across distributed engineering teams through knowledge sharing and mentoring.
• Removes roadblocks and drives process improvements for product teams.
• Maintains engineering diagrams and deep understanding of software state.
• Explains technical context to both technical and executive audiences.
• Fosters a culture of belonging, safety, candor, and collaboration.
• Applies Agile, Lean, and fast-flow principles to team productivity.
• Supports the company's vision and values through role modeling.
• Participates in company initiatives and projects as requested.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Leadership

Distributed microservices

Hands-on coding

Annual reviews

Communication

Javascript

React

Education

B.S. in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

At PitchBook, a Morningstar company, we are always looking forward. We continue to innovate, evolve, and invest in ourselves to bring out the best in everyone. We're deeply collaborative and thrive on the excitement, energy, and fun that reverberates throughout the company.

Our extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities help us create a culture of curiosity that pushes us to always find new solutions and better ways of doing things. The combination of a rapidly evolving industry and our high ambitions means there's going to be some ambiguity along the way, but we excel when we challenge ourselves. We're willing to take risks, fail fast, and do it all over again in the pursuit of excellence.

If you have a good attitude and are willing to roll up your sleeves to get things done, PitchBook is the place for you.

About the Role

As a member of the Product and Engineering team at PitchBook, you will be part of a team of big thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers who strive to deepen the positive impact we have on our customers and our company every day. We value curiosity and the drive to find better ways of doing things. We thrive on customer empathy, which remains our focus when creating excellent customer experiences through product innovation. We know that greatness is achieved through collaboration and diverse points of view, so we work closely with partners around the globe. As a team, we assume positive intent in each other's words and actions, value constructive discussions, and foster a respectful working environment built on integrity, growth, and business value. We invest heavily in our people, who are eager to learn and constantly improve. Join our team and grow with us! As an Engineering Manager, Software Development in PitchBook's engineering division, you will be leading software engineering, testing, and surrounding development activities for one or more teams for PitchBook globally. You will work closely with colleagues to build simple and elegant solutions to complex challenges, engaging our software engineers to unearth innovative ways to apply modern technologies and tools to delight our customers with the value of PitchBook data.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Leads software development technical direction and execution (operations, processes, practices, and standards), and code quality for one or more teams, working closely with engineering leadership and product management to craft roadmaps and achieve success criteria
• Bridges the gap between business/product needs and execution, including by building and delivering on group-level OKRs, identifying resource needs, and building execution plans for initiatives
• Ensures software development roadmap items are delivered on-time and with exceptional quality
• Extends influence across distributed engineering teams to make strong day-to-day decisions independently through effective knowledge management, communities-of-practice, mentorship, and training
• Serves as a force multiplier for product teams by removing roadblocks, implementing process improvements, providing frequent, actionable feedback to team members, and building practices for ideation and innovation
• Ensures robust engineering diagrams are maintained, developing a detailed understanding of key aspects of current software state, and engaging engineers at a code and design level
• Describes technical context in intuitive ways for different audiences, adapting communication from highly technical deep dives with engineers to non-technical dialogue with executive stakeholders
• Establishes and drives a culture founded in creating belonging, psychological safety, candor, connection, cooperation, and fun
• Understands how to apply Agile, Lean, and principles of fast flow to team efficiency and productivity
• Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors
• Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested

Skills and Qualifications

Required skills

• B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related
• 5+ years in software development roles. Experience in identity management a plus
• 2+ years in an engineering leadership role with direct management responsibilities
• 3+ years hands-on coding and delivering services that are provided "as a service" to other teams as part of a large-scale distributed microservices architecture
• Current role must be a hands on Managing and coding/design type role.
• Must have 2 years experience doing annual employee reviews.
• Experience with Java, Spring Framework (including Spring Boot), and Java-oriented middleware technologies are a must.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Ability to work on site in Seattle 5 days/week.

Desired skills

• Experience with Javascript and React (or Angular/Vue) a plus
• Currently residing in Greater Seattle area.
• Experience with containerization technologies, including Kubernetes and Docker, and understands how to build for cloud-scale delivery, including scalability, resiliency, and recoverability
• Has successfully delivered on large technical initiatives from scoping to launch, with a strong metrics focus
• Experienced and enthusiastic about using AI for productivity and efficiency (github copilot, claude, or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily.

Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook

Physical Health

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Additional medical wellness incentives
• STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance

Emotional Health

• Paid sabbatical program after four years
• Paid family and paternity leave
• Annual educational stipend
• Ability to apply for tuition reimbursement
• CFA exam stipend
• Robust training programs on industry and soft skills
• Employee assistance program
• Generous allotment of vacation days, sick days, and volunteer days

Social Health

• Matching gifts program
• Employee resource groups
• Subsidized emergency childcare
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company-wide events
• Employee referral bonus program
• Quarterly team building events

Financial Health

• 401k match
• Shared ownership employee stock program
• Monthly transportation stipend

Compensation

• Annual base salary: $240,000-$280,000
• Target annual bonus percentage: 15%

Working Conditions

At the heart of our company is a belief in the power of in-person collaboration. Being together in the office fuels our creativity, strengthens our connections, and drives the innovation that sets us apart. Our culture is built on spontaneous moments—those hallway conversations, whiteboard brainstorms, and shared celebrations in each of our global offices—that simply can't be replicated remotely. This role is expected to be in the office 5 days a week.

The job conditions for this position are in a standard office setting. Employees in this position use PC and phone on an on-going basis throughout the day. Limited corporate travel may be required to remote offices or other business meetings and events.

We are excited to get to know you and your background. Concerned that you might not meet every requirement? We encourage you to still apply as you might be the right candidate for the role or other roles at PitchBook.