IT Engineering Manager at Kforce Inc.
Naperville, IL 60563
About the Job
- IT Engineering Manager will architect and optimize scalable, enterprise-level solutions, ensuring performance, reliability, and security
- Work closely with Product, Design, and other departments to define technical requirements and build high-quality software solutions that meet user needs
- Provide technical expertise in C#, Angular, SQL, and related technologies, guiding the team in the best practices and modern approaches
- Continuously improve development processes, tools, and methodologies, including agile practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure optimization
- Oversee the implementation of DevOps principles, ensuring smooth integration and deployment processes (CI/CD) and Infrastructure as Code (IAC) initiatives
- Ensure that engineering best practices, including code reviews, automated testing, and quality assurance processes, are maintained across the team
- Regularly review and optimize code quality, system performance, and overall technical debt reduction
- As an IT Engineering Manager, you will guide the development and optimization of distributed systems and cloud-based solutions, with a focus on scalability and fault tolerance
- Collaborate on cloud strategies, preferably AWS, to leverage cloud services for infrastructure and application development, while instituting governance of cloud best practices
- Architect and oversee the development of mobile applications, ensuring adherence to mobile-specific requirements and best practices
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers to ensure high performance and helping team members grow in their technical knowledge and problem-solving skills
- Act as a liaison between engineering and senior leadership, providing regular updates on project progress, technical challenges, and resource needs
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in software development, integration, software engineering or related roles
- 3+ years of experience managing teams
- Experience in architecting mobile applications and adhering to the requirements of mobile applications a plus
- Ability and experience in leading teams
- Knowledge of distributed systems and how to orchestrate processes in a distributed system
- Knowledge of DevOps including continuous integration, continuous deployments (CI/CD) and Infrastructure as Code (IAC)
- Deep knowledge of C#, Angular and SQL
- Familiarity with cloud-based providers (preferred AWS)
- Effective problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and report simultaneously across different stakeholders
- Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Ability to learn and apply new technologies to business problems
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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