Software Engineering Manager

Work180; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

UberWins is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead software development efforts across Platform, GDK, and Server teams. You will mentor engineers and technical artists, champion AI and internal tools, and help shape the technical strategy.

A hands-on leader, you will roll up your sleeves to solve complex challenges in a fast‑paced Work Hard, Play Hard culture. You will oversee lifecycle management, promote best practices, and drive delivery of high‑quality products while fostering

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of people management experience leading engineers or similar teams.
• Experience partnering with product or program management teams.
• Proven ability to recruit, motivate, and retain high‑performing engineering teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to explain complex tradeoffs to diverse audiences.
• 5+ years’ experience as a software developer and influencer on product direction.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day activities of Engineering and Technical Artist teams, ensuring milestones and quality.
• Own the software development lifecycle within the studio development environment.
• Define and improve software and product development processes with stakeholders.
• Coach and develop engineers and technical artists to grow leadership and technical skills.
• Leverage AI and internal tools to boost productivity, quality, and innovation.
• Drive operational excellence with key engineering metrics and system health indicators.
• Manage team resources, performance, and career development; conduct regular reviews.
• Lead development and delivery of software solutions aligned to studio objectives.
• Identify priorities, assess risks, and communicate tech impacts in decision making.
• Analyze solutions for feasibility, scalability, maintainability, and cost considerations.
• Collaborate with QA, Platform, GDK, and Server teams to deliver great gaming experiences.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Technical excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

The Software Engineering Manager is an integral member of the UberWins Leadership Team, helping drive the technical organization into the future. As the Manager, you will oversee software development efforts and collaborate closely with technical leaders across Platform, GDK, and Server teams. You will mentor, coach, and develop engineers and technical artists while leveraging AI and other in-house tools to enhance productivity, innovation, and technical excellence. In this role, you will have significant influence on our overall technical strategy by helping define product features, driving development across multiple markets, and spearheading best practices that enable the delivery of high-quality products. You will champion continuous improvement in our development processes and help foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence. We are seeking a hands‑on leader with a strong foundation in software development processes who is willing to roll up their sleeves and tackle complex technical challenges when needed. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise, strong people leadership, and a passion for building exceptional teams and products. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and embrace our Work Hard, Play Hard culture, we'd love to have you join the team.

Job Requirements

• Manage the day‑to‑day activities of the Engineering and Technical Artist teams, ensuring project milestones, delivery commitments, and quality expectations are consistently met.
• Own the software development lifecycle, including requirements definition, prioritization, design, implementation, testing, and deployment within the studio development environment.
• Define, manage, and continuously improve software and product development processes in partnership with engineers, technical artists, and other stakeholders.
• Coach, mentor, and develop high‑performing engineers and technical artists, fostering technical growth, leadership capabilities, and a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusion.
• Leverage AI and internal development tools to improve team productivity, efficiency, and quality throughout the development process.
• Drive operational excellence by establishing, monitoring, and improving key engineering metrics, processes, and system health indicators.
• Manage team resources, staffing, performance, career development, and succession planning to maintain a best‑in‑class engineering organization, including conducting regular one‑on‑one meetings and performance reviews.
• Lead the development and delivery of software solutions that support the studio's portfolio and strategic objectives.
• Identify priorities, evaluate technical risks and dependencies, and communicate technology impacts throughout the decision‑making process.
• Analyze technical solutions and make recommendations based on technical feasibility, scalability, maintainability, and financial considerations.
• Partner effectively with QA, Platform, GDK, and Server teams to deliver exceptional gaming experiences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field, or its equivalent is required
• Gaming experience preferred
• 5+ years of people management experience, managing engineers
• Experience partnering with product OR program management teams
• Experience managing, motivating, and retaining high-performance engineering teams
• Ability to affect positive change, empower people, cultivate product technology visions and innovative solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information and negotiate tradeoffs with a variety of audiences.
• Experienced decision maker with the ability to articulate product vision and roadmap.
• 5+ years’ experience as a software developer, subject matter expert, and strategic influencer on the direction of the product design and development.

Compensation Philosophy

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

• Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.

Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.