Software Engagement Manager - Engine Practice, North America
About The Position
Join Simon-Kucher’s Engine Practice in North America and lead the delivery of custom-built software solutions that power commercial excellence. As part of a fast-growing entrepreneurial team, you will own pre-sales and delivery engagements while shaping the expansion of our Engine software capabilities in the US market. What makes us special: Become part of a unique entrepreneurial team. Think independently, use your initiative, and take some risks. Entrepreneurship is a powerful force that drives the growth not only of our firm but our clients and people. Unlock the power of opportunity. Advance your career in a thriving company with a startup feel. We invest in your professional development every step of the way. Work in a values-driven culture. At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. Our values guide the way we do business and communicate our distinctiveness. They sum up what we stand for, influence our culture, and drive how and why we do things. Invest in your future. All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching. Prioritize your health and well-being. No matter where you live, we offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe. Enjoy balance and flexible working. Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in software delivery, technical project management, or engagement management within IT services or consulting.
- Strong client-facing experience leading custom software or digital transformation engagements.
- Ability to manage distributed engineering teams and oversee architecture-level discussions.
- Demonstrated experience owning project budgets, timelines, and delivery outcomes.
- Solid understanding of software architecture, APIs, integrations, and modern development practices.
- Experience contributing to or leading pre-sales conversations, technical proposals and cost estimates.
- High-ownership leader who proactively drives delivery excellence and client impact.
Nice To Haves
- Background in digital solutions for Financial Services, Consumer, or B2B sectors (preferred but not required).
- Prior hands-on software engineering experience (nice to have).
- Familiarity with Java, Python, or similar environments (nice to have).
Responsibilities
- Drive pre-sales efforts for custom software engagements, including solution scoping, technical estimation, and proposal development.
- Use your unique vision to inspire clients and realize their business processes and strategies in apps and software.
- Serve as the primary delivery lead for custom software builds, accountable for scope, timeline, budget, and quality.
- Manage distributed development teams (e.g., Europe, Egypt, offshore) and coordinate cross-functional technical collaboration.
- Translate client business requirements into technical solution designs and structured delivery roadmaps.
- Facilitate client workshops and technical discussions, confidently explaining architecture trade-offs and integration approaches.
- Drive Agile/Scrum-based project management processes to ensure transparent and efficient delivery.
- Partner closely with Simon-Kucher Consulting Partners to shape winning client pitches while owning the technical narrative.
- Provide responsive client support during critical phases and contribute to building scalable delivery frameworks in North America.
Benefits
- All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching.
- No matter where you live, we offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
- Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office.
- paid time off
- 13 paid holidays per year
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- basic life insurance
- 401(k) to eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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