Manager, Product Engineering (SaaS)

Equisoft•Montreal, QC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Equisoft is a global provider of advanced insurance and investment digital solutions. We offer a complete ecosystem of end-to-end and scalable solutions that help our clients tackle any challenge in this era of digital disruption. Our business-driven approach, deep industry knowledge, innovative technology, and expert teams help our partners solve their biggest, most complex problems. With a diverse and multicultural team of experts based in North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia, Equisoft helps its clients tackle any challenge in this era of digital disruption. With 950+ employees, we are a stable organization that offers career advancement and fosters a stimulating environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or others related field
At least 3 years of experience in a manager role and at least 8 years in software development
Passion for software development in an Agile environment
Excellent knowledge of team performance metrics
Ability to make quick and smart decisions under pressure
Organizational and time management skills
Natural charisma and leadership, team player
Rigor and meticulousness
Good communicator, versatile and autonomous
Basic understanding of the insurance and wealth management industries is an asset
Excellent knowledge of English and French (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

Define clear expectations and objectives with the team members; provide appropriate learning tools and activities to attain objectives
Help translating division and product objectives into individual team members objectives
Build trust and camaraderie between team members, influence valuable changes and positive outcomes
Consult frequently with team members and have regular touchpoint with each member of the team to discuss progress on goals, engagement, professional development and more
Establish an open discussion for decision-making, foster new ideas coming from team members, encourage and support independent thinking
Cultivate a unique identity for the team; Build a unified department
Recognize and acknowledge the skills of key team members and utilize their strengths to the benefit of the team
Mediate disagreements between members. Set a behavioral code if necessary
Evaluate results and provide feedback in a timely fashion
Share the team’s challenges and successes with the director
Manage your team budget, overall allocations, resource distribution based on seniority level, skillset, etc.
Support the other directors and AVP in various key initiatives at the team, or division level
Actively participate in the selection and interview process, as prescribed by Equisoft’s best practices
Provide hiring recommendations
Participate in the integration plan, and ensure that new employees receive the necessary support and training to meet the positions’ requirements
Accompany new employees after the probation period
Identify the weaknesses and suggest areas of improvement in the team
Motivate team members, ensure their good performance and actively contribute to the attainment of the goals and deliverables of the team
Deliver or participate in training sessions to help with the integration of new knowledge and the development of the team’s expertise
Ensure the company’s policies, as well as the standards and best practices are respected