{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2deb2a2fcc62fd478b1cb285","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2deb2a2fcc62fd478b1cb285","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2deb2a2fcc62fd478b1cb285","title":"Software Engineering Manager","description":"Software Engineering Manager\r\nReq number\r\nR7586\r\nEmployment type\r\nFull time\r\nWorksite flexibility\r\nOnsite\r\nWho we are\r\nCAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right-whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.\r\nJob Summary\r\nWe are looking for a motivated Software Engineering Manager ready to take us to the next level! If you have deep backend engineering expertise with Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and proven experience leading teams to drive long-term technical strategy, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.\r\nJob Description\r\nWe are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of software applications across solution architecture, design, development, integration, performance testing, and maintenance. The Engineering Manager is responsible for managing one or more engineering teams and ensuring customer satisfaction for critical business systems within Digital Engineering. This position will be a contract and onsite in Miami, FL.\r\nDue to the specific legal and contractual requirements associated with this position, this role will be direct employment with CAI. This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.\r\nWhat You'll Do\r\n\r\n\r\nHire, train, mentor, and manage one or more Software Engineering teams (5-15 engineers), including onshore and offshore resources\r\n\r\n\r\nEstablish and enforce best practices across the full software development lifecycle - architecture, build, test, deploy, and maintain\r\n\r\n\r\nConduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and drive engineering standards across the team\r\n\r\n\r\nOwn team composition, capacity planning, and resource allocation across engineering workstreams\r\n\r\n\r\nManage performance, provide regular feedback, and cultivate a high-performing engineering culture\r\n\r\n\r\nCoordinate onshore and offshore resources to maximize delivery velocity and qualit\r\n\r\n\r\nPartner with delivery and product leadership to align engineering capacity with business demand and pipeline of work.\r\n\r\n\r\nDefine and drive the long-term technical vision and roadmap for the product area's backend and integration architecture\r\n\r\n\r\nIdentify opportunities for platform improvements, technical debt reduction, and scalability investments\r\n\r\n\r\nEvaluate and recommend new technologies, patterns, and practices that advance the engineering organization\r\n\r\n\r\nParticipate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, backlog refinement) to ensure overall engineering progress aligns with roadmaps and timelines\r\n\r\n\r\nAct as the engineering point of accountability for a product area, with visibility across all technology layers - even those outside direct expertise\r\n\r\n\r\nIdentify risks, dependencies, and blockers across services, web, mobile, and content engineering; escalate proactively\r\n\r\n\r\nAct as the technical liaison between engineering teams and business/functional stakeholders\r\n\r\n\r\nPresent technical concepts, status updates, project plans, and escalations to senior leadership with clarity and confidence\r\n\r\n\r\nCollaborate with Scrum and Release Managers to ensure on-time, on-schedule delivery\r\n\r\n\r\nEnsure appropriate quality processes are in place to deliver high-quality applications in compliance with all regulatory requirements\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat You'll Need\r\nRequired\r\n\r\n\r\n7+ years of software development/engineering experience\r\n\r\n\r\n3+ years of experience leading engineers and managing engineering teams\r\n\r\n\r\nStrong hands-on backend engineering background (Java, Spring Boot, microservices)\r\n\r\n\r\nSolid understanding of Docker/containers and Kubernetes + Kustomize\r\n\r\n\r\nProficiency with GitOps workflows and Argo CD\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience with Kafka and event-driven architecture\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience with Couchbase or other NoSQL databases\r\n\r\n\r\nProven experience integrating backend services into front-end client applications (web and/or mobile)\r\n\r\n\r\nStrong preference for candidates with backend/middleware/API development background who understand how to build scalable services that power guest-facing front-end experiences\r\n\r\n\r\nProven ability to manage teams, plan resources, and drive long-term technical strategy\r\n\r\n\r\nStrong verbal and written communication skills\r\n\r\n\r\nHigh sense of urgency, ownership, and accountability\r\n\r\n\r\nSolid experience working with offshore teams and driving work through closure across distributed teams\r\n\r\n\r\nPreferred\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience developing both web and mobile solutions\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience with GraphQL and API gateway architecture (Apigee or equivalent)\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience with reactive programming (WebFlux, Project Reactor) and non-blocking I/O\r\n\r\n\r\nPhysical Demands\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards\r\n\r\n\r\nSedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor\r\n\r\n\r\nReasonable accommodation statement\r\nIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 - 8111.\r\n$90.00 per hour\r\nThe pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. 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