Manager - Engineering

nCino; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

nCino is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a team of software engineers in delivering cloud-based solutions and driving product excellence. You will evaluate design drafts, prepare reports, and guide the team to ensure efficient operations and high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include defining roadmaps, setting technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and elevating engineering standards across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience and 2+ years of management experience.
• Experience with continuous production deployment of customer applications on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience using AI tools to generate code, test, debug and optimize.
• Proficiency in more than one major programming language.
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles, design, and development practices.
• Proven track record of coaching and mentoring technical staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develops roadmaps, resourcing, project scheduling, and process improvements for the team.
• Identifies gaps and sets technical strategy for the team.
• Participates in cross-functional initiatives and leadership meetings.
• Drives evolution of engineering standards and practices across the department.
• Mentors engineers and identifies growth opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Cloud platforms

AI tooling

Programming languages

Software design

Coaching

Communication

Adaptability

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Curious Minds. Bold Ideas. Extraordinary Impact

We're transforming financial services through bold innovation and relentless execution. You bring the ideas and drive. We'll build what's next — together.

Job Summary

Manages a team of software engineers. Evaluates drafts of design for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools. Prepares and presents reports outlining the outcome of projects. Selects, develops, and evaluates project team to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements roadmaps, resourcing, project scheduling and oversight, and process improvements for team and function
• Identifies gaps and sets technical strategy for the team
• Participates in cross-functional initiatives and leadership meetings
• Drives the evolution of engineering standards and practices across the department
• Provides technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, identifying individual growth needs for engineers
• Accomplish results through professional employees by setting project timelines, priorities based on project objectives, and oversight of ongoing assignments.
• Attract, select, and retain high-level talent through active participation in performance management and professional development of team members.
• Leverage AI tools and techniques to enhance software development activities, including code generation, testing, debugging, and optimization.
• Apply AI insights to identify patterns, automate repetitive tasks, and improve overall development efficiency and product quality.
• Evaluate and integrate AI/ML capabilities where appropriate to strengthen product functionality and user experience.
• Maintain awareness of emerging AI trends and best practices to inform continuous learning and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience and 2+ years of management experience or combination of education and experience
• Experience with continuous production deployment of customer applications utilizing one of the following modern technology platforms: (1) AWS, (2) Azure or (3) Google Cloud Services.
• Experience with managing teams utilizing AI tools in software generation and in implementing AI solutions within enterprise-level software.
• Proficiency in more than one major programming language
• Deep understanding of the foundation of software engineering principles, including system design, architecture, and development practices
• Proven success in a fast-paced development environment, with a focus on improving development practices and processes to enhance team efficiency, collaboration, and code quality in a large-scale organization
• Proven success as a coach and mentor of technical staff
• Ability to motivate yourself and others, prioritize your own work, and adapt and thrive in a dynamic team environment
• Excellent problem solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

Desired

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification
• Experience with teams utilizing React or Ruby

The pay range for this role is based on relative market data and alignment with our compensation philosophy. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum of the pay range for each job posting, which is used to determine new hire rates/salaries and takes into consideration multiple factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, abilities, proficiencies, experience, education, licensures/certifications, as well as business and organizational needs. nCino reserves the right to modify the posted range consistent with our internal practices and external market movement.

The Base Salary Range For This Job Is

$121,900 - $213,300 USD

nCino provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetics or other protected groups. In addition to federal law requirements, nCino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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