Engineering Manager (Contract)

Position: Engineering Manager (Contract)Mode: Contract to hireLocation: RemoteWork Authorization and Engagement RequirementsThis position is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa transfers for this role.This opportunity is intended for individual applicants only. We are unable to engage third-party vendors, staffing agencies, C2C, corp-to-corp, or subcontracting arrangements for this position.Tech Stack Grid:(0) NO Awareness of technology(1) LITTLE Awareness - read/heard of technology(2) EXPOSURE to technology in environment(3) SOME development in technology(4) Very COMFORTABLE developing in technology(5) EXPERTISE in technology i.e. could teach a classAWS - DynamoDB, Level - 4AWS - Lambda, Level - 4AWS - S3, Level - 3AWS - SNS/SQS/Event bridge/ Kinesis, Level - 4AWS - Redshift/Quick suite, Level - 3Javascript (ES6)/TypeScript, Level - 4node.js Development, Level - 4React, Level - 4Agentic AI, Level - 2About the RoleWe are seeking an Engineering Manager who combines strong hands-on software engineering skills with proven people leadership experience. This role will lead a team responsible for building and enhancing critical technology capabilities that support accommodations management workflows.The ideal candidate is a technical leader who stays close to the code while also coaching engineers, driving delivery, and ensuring strong engineering practices. You will contribute to architecture and development using TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Node.js, and AWS cloud services, while partnering with product, architecture, security, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop an engineering teamManage, mentor, and support a team of 5 to 8 engineersFoster a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementProvide regular coaching, feedback, and career development supportSupport team health, engagement, and performance management processesDrive hands-on technical leadership and deliveryContribute directly to system design and hands-on developmentBuild and enhance applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Node.js, and AWS servicesLead end-to-end delivery of platform capabilities from design through deployment and production supportEnsure systems are scalable, secure, resilient, maintainable, and observableEstablish and reinforce modern engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and code quality standardsPartner with architecture, security, compliance, and other technical teams to align on technical directionSupport the thoughtful adoption of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled capabilities where appropriateSupport cross-functional alignmentPartner with product owners to translate business needs into clear technical plansManage dependencies across teams, services, and systemsCommunicate progress, risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholdersContribute to roadmap planning, prioritization, and execution strategyRequired Qualifications6 to 8 or more years of software engineering experience2 or more years of experience managing engineering teamsStrong hands-on development experience with TypeScript and JavaScriptExperience with modern frontend frameworks, preferably ReactExperience building and operating cloud-native applications on AWSStrong Node.js experienceProven ability to contribute to system design and architecture while remaining hands-on with codingStrong understanding of distributed systems, APIs, and event-driven architecturesExperience with modern engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and secure developmentDemonstrated ability to lead teams through complex, cross-functional delivery initiativesStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical audiencesThoughtful, proactive leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement and team engagementPreferred QualificationsExperience with workflow-driven, case management, decisioning, or compliance-sensitive systemsExposure to AI, machine learning, or data-driven product capabilitiesExperience working with platform-based architectures or shared services ecosystemsFamiliarity with security and regulatory considerations related to sensitive user dataPay Rate Range: $60-$75 per hr (Depending on Experience)nextSource is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure, and life experiences or for any other reason.nextSource is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talent@nextSource.com.What nextSource Provides:Healthcare Benefits including Medical, Prescription, Vision & Dental Coverage | United HealthcareVoluntary STD & LTD | New York Life401(k) Retirement Planning | FidelityDiscount Program*You are Eligible to participate in the benefits program if you are considered a full-time employee of nextSource, working at least 30 hours per week on a consistent basis. Your coverage will be effective on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment.Published on 14 May 2026, 6:48 PM