Softmax Data Inc. is headquartered in Vancouver's downtown core. We are a boutique consultancy specializing in developing proprietary software for machine learning, data pipeline, and data analytics.
Our client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Clio, MoxiWorks, and DomainTools.
We are seeking a highly skilled Software Development Manager with a balance of technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities.
This role involves contributing to feature development (75% of the time) and leading engineering teams (25% of the time).
The ideal candidate will thrive in a dual role, acting as both a hands-on developer and a mentor to our engineering team, collaborating with internal as well as external stakeholders to support one of our core clients.
Responsibilities
- Develop new product features, contributing significantly to the codebase.
- Hire, lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Translate customer requirements and business needs into effective software solutions.
- Drive best practices and development principles, with a focus on continuous improvement and key metrics.
- Assist Engineering Leadership with feature delivery, timeline management, and removing blockers to meet sprint goals.
- Address and reduce support backlogs by identifying and resolving high-impact issues.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering management and delivery in an Agile environment, with a track record of building high-performing teams.
- 7+ years of software engineering experience.
- Proficiency in Rails and React (required); experience with AWS, EKS, Buildkite, Postgres, SQL, and Sidekiq (preferred).
- Strong understanding of the Scrum framework and Agile methodologies.
- Exposure to AI technologies.
- Residing in or willing to relocate to the Greater Vancouver Area.
- Willingness to travel to Seattle for client meetings, 2-4 weeks each quarter.
- Experience with Docker containers and development environments.
- Proficiency with Git for code repository and workflow management.em in a development environment
- Using Git as a code repository and workflow
We offer a competitive salary and a full list of benefits, including :
- Work-from-home option
- Medical / Dental / Vision, including for dependents
- Life insurance with medical coverage
- Flexible schedules
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Stock Option Plan for all permanent employees
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