Software Engineering Manager

** This is an opportunity to join our team of top-notch software engineers working closely together on interesting projects for our clients. This position is fully remote (indefinitely). **

Emergent Software is seeking a relational, team-focused, and results-driven Software Engineering Manager to lead and support our exceptional software engineering team. We are looking for a candidate who excels in problem-solving, honest communication, and team building. Your primary responsibility will be to align, engage, and develop the team, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality custom software solutions.

The Software Engineering Manager will lead a team of engineers with the goals of:

• Continuously growing in capabilities and learning from each other
• Delivering high-quality and high-value custom software applications
• Establishing trust and long-term relationships with our clients

Highlights & Benefits of working at Emergent Software

• Work closely with other talented engineers and team members. Our vetting process means you can count on your team members to know what they are talking about.
• Work from home or work remotely from anywhere you want
• Flexible work schedule meaning you can work regular hours or choose weekends and evenings
• Work-life balance is essential and highly valued at Emergent Software. If you choose to work more than 40 hours, you’ll be compensated for the extra work!
• Work on interesting projects solving complex business problems with custom software.
• 100 hours per year to focus on your professional development. We invest in your growth!
• Profit sharing bonus means as we’re successful, you’re successful
• Excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, FSA, disability, life insurance, and paid parental leave

Primary Duties

• Cultivate a culture of technical and leadership growth, knowledge sharing, high-quality standards, and strong client relationships.
• Manage HR aspects, including 1:1s, consistent feedback, performance reviews, goal setting, benefits management, and conflict resolution.
• Allocate team members to projects, maximizing skill alignment, growth goals, and productivity.
• Build and foster cohesive project teams, promoting peer mentorship and collaboration.
• Function as an escalation point to resolve project issues and unblock work.
• Actively participate in the sales process by engaging with prospective clients through direct meetings and/or by providing guidance and coaching during team-led sales calls.
• Balance your team's priorities between client work, personal growth, and internal initiatives.
• Collaborate with recruiters and potential candidates to create job openings and evaluate candidates.
• Serve as a product owner for internal tools built and …