Manager, Software Engineering - Softwriters

Join Our Team as a Software Engineering Manager at SoftWriters!

Are you passionate about technology, leadership, and making a real difference in healthcare? At SoftWriters, we empower LTC pharmacies and save lives through innovative IT solutions. We’re on the lookout for a dynamic, experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our family and lead our engineering teams to new heights.

Why SoftWriters?

• Mission-Driven: Our mission is simple yet powerful: Empower LTC Pharmacies, Save Lives.
• Core Values:
• Innovators, Thought Leaders, Teachers: We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Accountability and Ownership Delivers Results: We believe in taking responsibility and delivering excellence.
• Customers Determine Our Success: Our customers are at the heart of everything we do.
• Operate with Unyielding Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethics.
• One Team, Family Spirit: We work together, support each other, and celebrate our successes as a family.

The Role

As a Manager of Software Engineering at SoftWriters, you will be a key part of the motor that drives our product line to success. You will lead the design and development of software solutions, help grow your team members’ careers, and champion our culture, mission, and values as a People Leader.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Inspire: Guide our engineering teams in the modernization and expansion of our product portfolio.
• Innovate: Drive the design and development of cutting-edge software solutions.
• Mentor: Help your team members grow their careers and achieve their full potential.
• Collaborate: Work in a team of teams Scrum environment, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• High-Tech Office: Our new, open, high-tech office on the North Shore of Pittsburgh offers stunning views of the city and is located directly on the water.
• Growth Opportunities: We’re an established company that builds on existing products while always looking to the future for new technical opportunities and ways to improve.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy our hybrid work policy with core office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, flexible hours, and a Remote-Work Bank for remote work on core office days.
• Tech Stack: Utilize Microsoft technologies, Angular web development, and cross-platform mobile development.

Overview:

As a Manager of Software Engineering at SoftWriters, you will be a key part of the motor that drives our product line to success.  As we expand our product offerings, we need someone to lead our engineering teams in the modernization and expansion of our product portfolio.  You will have the chance to lead the design and development of software solutions and help grow your team members’ careers.  We are looking for sharp talent that can grow with the company, is comfortable working in a team of teams Scrum environment, and will champion our culture, mission, and values as a People Leader. 

Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Lead multiple innovative technology projects and the teams that deliver them
• Leverage your experience to hire and scale up Engineering Teams
• Understand the business environment and work closely with other teams to efficiently drive team progress, and to ensure that projects align with strategic and tactical objectives.
• Provide recommendations regarding emerging trends, design requirements, best practices, and the utilization of advanced software development methods
• Provide mentorship to team members in the delivery of clear, concise, and tested code
• Support and guide Scrum practices providing excellent team experience
  • Facilitate collaboration amongst the team in delivering value each Sprint
  • Consistently deliver business value within forecasts
  • Partner with Scrum Masters and Product Owners in support of team member performance and development
  • Focus on increasing the level of quality in all aspects of product development
• Demonstrate an innovative spirit in continuously improving yourself, others, and our culture
  • Be energized by developing your skillset
    • Gain mastery of what you know
    • Explore new languages, technologies, and techniques
    • Seek opportunities to broaden your scope of knowledge and stay up to date with industry and organizational trends
  • Actively seek feedback from colleagues and effectively incorporate changes into work and behaviors
  • Engage, educate, push, and have fun with your teammates daily
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Computer Science, Information Science, Management Information Science, related discipline, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years hands-on technical leadership and people leadership experience
• Experience building and leading a diverse team of engineers
• Experience working with Scrum Teams and comfortable leading in a self-organized team of teams
• Advanced software application design and development knowledge
• A solid foundation in Computer Science, with strong competencies in data structures and algorithms
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proven ability to take ownership of, and follow through on, escalated incidents requiring leadership attention until resolution is achieved
• Experience with SOLID principles, IOC / DI, ORM, and unit testing
• Experience designing and developing relational databases (SQL, Oracle, MySQL, etc.)
• Experience with one or more source control systems (Git, TFS, TortoiseSVN, etc.)
• Strong customer service orientation

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in Computer Science, Information Science, Management Information Science, related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience and creativity in resolving software application and work-flow process problems
• Experience developing with languages and technologies in the Microsoft tech stack such as:
  • .NET Framework and/or .NET Core (C#)
  • WPF, MVVM
  • Entity Framework
  • SQL Server
• Experience with web and/or mobile development:

Join Us: 

SoftWriters isn't just a workplace; it's a community where individuals come together to learn, grow, and succeed both personally and professionally. We believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and unwavering ethical conduct as the cornerstones of our success. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a dynamic team, then SoftWriters is the perfect place for you to thrive."

Apply today and be a part of a company that is making a difference.

SoftWriters, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status.

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