Senior Manager Software Engineering

nasdaq

United States

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Student loan repayment

Life and disability plans

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Health spending account with employer

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Parental leave

Fertility benefits

Bereavement leave

Gift matching program

Employee resource groups

Volunteer days

Education assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Nasdaq is seeking a Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. You will shape architecture, drive delivery, and align technical decisions with business goals across Nasdaq's platforms.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and delivering scalable software solutions for global operations. Located in a hybrid Atlanta model, it requires a strong communicator capable of navigating complex, matrixed settings.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
8+ years of software engineering experience with progression into team leadership or management.
Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage priorities, and deliver in complex environments.
Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts for teams and stakeholders.
Experience evaluating systems and implementing scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of software engineers, setting direction and building a high-performance culture.
Oversee design, development, and deployment of software solutions from architecture to release.
Translate business requirements into technical strategies aligned with short- and long-term goals.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize, allocate resources, and deliver on time.
Drive continuous improvement of engineering practices, processes, and systems.

Skills

Team leadership

Technical leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

As a Senior Manager, Software Engineering reporting to the Sr. Director of Software Engineering, you'll play a critical role in driving the design, development, and delivery of scalable software solutions that power our technology platforms and support Nasdaq's global operations.

You'll thrive in this position if you're collaborative, outcome-oriented, and energized by leading high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of software engineers, setting clear direction, fostering accountability, and building a culture of high performance.
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software solutions - from architecture through to deployment - ensuring quality and scalability.
Translate business requirements into technical strategies, driving decisions that align with both short- and long-term organizational goals.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize, allocate resources, and deliver projects on time and within scope.
Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, processes, and systems to maximize efficiency and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience in software engineering, with demonstrated progression into team leadership or management.
Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in complex, matrixed environments.
Strong communicator with the ability to translate technical concepts for both engineering teams and business stakeholders.
Experience evaluating systems, identifying improvements, and implementing solutions that scale.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Financial Technology, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Professional certifications in relevant engineering or technology domains.
Experience in capital markets, fintech, or regulated industry environments.

This position will be located in Atlanta, Georgia , and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; Nasdaq will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.