Manager, Software Engineering

Independent Living Systems; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Living Systems (ILS) is seeking a Manager, Software Engineering in Miami to lead a team delivering secure, compliant software for health plans and member care. You will collaborate with product, clinical stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.

The role emphasizes adopting best practices, mentoring engineers, and driving continuous improvement to enhance health outcomes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of software development experience.
• At least 3 years managing software engineering teams in a regulated industry, preferably healthcare.
• Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and secure software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers to deliver scalable, maintainable software solutions.
• Collaborate with product management, clinical stakeholders, and other departments to define requirements and timelines.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle from design to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and data security standards.
• Promote best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Manage resources, priorities, and risks to meet delivery deadlines.

Skills

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Regulated industry experience

HIPAA familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Software Engineering

Master’s degree in CS/Health Informatics (preferred)

Tools

Cloud platforms

Microservices

HL7/FHIR/X12

PM/Agile certifications

Job description

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Manager, Software Engineering

Application Development Full Time Management Miami, FL, US

We are seeking a Manager, Software Engineering to join our team at Independent Living Systems (ILS). ILS, along with its affiliated health plans known as Florida Community Care and Florida Complete Care, is committed to promoting a higher quality of life and maximizing independence for all vulnerable populations.

About the Role:

The Manager, Software Engineering plays a vital role in managing the development of innovative software solutions that enhance member care and streamline operations. This position is responsible for managing a team of software engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, secure, and compliant software products that meet regulatory standards. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams including product management, quality assurance, and clinical experts to align technology initiatives with organizational goals. The Manager, Software Engineering will drive the adoption of best practices in software development, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and mentor engineers to achieve their professional growth. Ultimately, this role ensures that software engineering efforts contribute effectively to improving health outcomes and operational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5 years of experience in software development.
• 3 years of proven experience managing software engineering teams in a regulated industry, preferably healthcare.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with healthcare compliance standards such as HIPAA and experience implementing secure software solutions.
• Relevant experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, or a related field.
• Experience with cloud platforms and modern software architecture patterns such as microservices.
• Knowledge of healthcare data standards such as HL7, FHIR, or X12.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Scrum Master) or software quality assurance.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams within healthcare technology organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate commitment to Our Mission and models ILS Experience Standards of Excellence.
• Lead and manage a team of software engineers to deliver scalable and maintainable software solutions.
• Collaborate with product managers, clinical stakeholders, and other departments to define project requirements and timelines.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and maintain high standards for data security and member privacy.
• Implement and promote best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration.
• Manage resource allocation, project prioritization, and risk mitigation to meet delivery deadlines.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment that encourages professional development and knowledge sharing.