Software Engineering Manager

Directors
  • Dallas
  • Permanent
  • Permanent IT
  • SDj2-1606987
  • 02/07/2025
Software Engineering Manager
Hybrid (Remote-first with occasional in-office meetups)
175-185k + Leadership Trajectory


We’re working with a high-growth B2B SaaS company that’s reshaping its space through smart product design, deep industry insight, and strong technical foundations. As they continue to scale, they’re now looking for a Software Engineering Manager to take charge of day-to-day delivery, help grow the team, and play a key role in shaping the technical future of the platform.


You’ll be joining a tight-knit engineering function, working closely with a senior architect, product leaders, and design stakeholders to deliver new features, guide architecture, and maintain engineering standards. There’s a clear growth path here; this role is ideal for someone who’s managed small teams or led projects and is now ready to step into a broader leadership position as the company scales.


What you’ll be doing:

  • Taking hands-on responsibility for delivery, quality, and performance of a complex SaaS product
  • Mentoring a small team of developers, guiding their growth and helping set technical direction
  • Driving sprint cycles, backlog management, and daily stand-ups alongside the Customer Experience team
  • Owning delivery estimates and scoping for new products and technical initiatives
  • Reviewing code and contributing directly where needed, particularly on the backend
  • Ensuring consistency in architecture and coding standards in collaboration with your senior architect
  • Evaluating and managing offshore resources as required
  • Staying on top of modern tooling, including AI-powered dev tools, and introducing what makes sense
The tech you’ll be working with:
  • Backend: C#, .NET Core, Azure (App Services, Functions, DevOps)
  • Frontend: React or Angular
  • Data & Services: SQL Server, REST APIs, Entity Framework
  • Tooling: CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, modern cloud-first architecture
What we’re looking for:
  • 6+ years in professional software development, ideally with full-stack or backend bias
  • Some team leadership under your belt (could be formal management or team/project lead experience)
  • A SaaS background, ideally building for enterprise/B2B audiences
  • Someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and works well cross-functionally
  • Confident in estimating effort, prioritising work, and managing delivery timelines
  • Comfortable working hands-on while stepping back to set direction where needed
Nice to have:
  • Experience working with or managing offshore/nearshore teams
  • Exposure to AI-enhanced dev tooling (GitHub Copilot, OpenAI integrations, etc.)
  • Familiarity with mobile development patterns or frameworks like React Native
Rewards:  
  • Competitive base salary
  • Generous PTO
  • Professional development
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Flexible working
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