Senior Software Engineering Manager

WillowTree Apps•Boston, MA

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Software Engineering Manager, you'll lead cross-functional teams (engineers, product, program management, etc.) to build exceptional digital products for our clients - while also guiding your team members in their personal and professional growth. You'll set the technical vision, drive adoption of modern engineering practices, and shape the solutions we deliver. Success in this role means leading energized, high-performing teams that deliver high-quality software and create lasting impact for our clients.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to set and drive technical vision, championing innovation and integrating emerging technologies to solve complex challenges.
8+ years of professional engineering experience, with 4+ years leading multiple engineering teams or large functions.
Proven track record of building, scaling, and developing high-performing teams, including succession planning and coaching other engineering leaders.
Expertise in modern software delivery practices (CI/CD, Agile, DevOps), with experience scaling these methodologies across teams.
Strong ability to build trust and psychological safety, navigate complex interpersonal dynamics, and handle difficult conversations with long-term impact in mind.
Experience owning end-to-end delivery of large-scale digital products or platforms, with a focus on scalability, security, maintainability, and architectural excellence.
Skilled at translating complex technical and business challenges into actionable strategies and aligning cross-functional teams and executives to a shared vision.
Experience in a client services or agency environment.
Background in interviewing, hiring, and consulting teams on best practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Project Manager, Product Manager, or Scrum Master in a leading consultancy or agency.
Proven ability to guide clients in adopting modern engineering or agile delivery practices.
Relevant certifications (CSM, CSPO, PMP, SA, SPC, etc.).
Experience in account planning and growth activities.

Benefits

Health and dental plan
Life insurance
Monthly voucher for meals, culture, education, health, and mobility
Child care assistance and more!
Healthcare benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental (Including an option for 100% coverage of individual employee medical premiums)
Life & Disability Insurance
401K matching
Flexible paid time off & paid company holidays
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
And more!