Software Engineering Manager

Edenred•Secaucus, NJ

35d•$135,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you. Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world. We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment. Dare to join Edenred and get ready to thrive in a global company that will offer you endless opportunities. Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities. We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria. Revolutionize B2B Payments with Edenred Pay USA Join our team and be part of a company that's transforming the way businesses pay and get paid. At Edenred Pay USA, we're leaders in innovative B2B payment solutions. Our platform streamlines accounts payable processes, eliminating inefficiencies and empowering Accounts Payable (AP) teams to focus on strategic initiatives. As part of the global Edenred family, we offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, a commitment to employee well-being and professional growth, and opportunities to drive innovation in the payment industry. Why Join Us? Company-Paid Benefits: We offer 100% company-paid medical coverage for employee-only plans, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and long-term and short-term disability. Other Benefits Offered: Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Flexible Spending Account, and Accident. Competitive Pay: The annual salary rages from $135,000-$165,000 , based on experience. Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our 401K plan with a generous employer match. If you're passionate about innovation and want to make a meaningful impact, join us at Edenred Pay USA. Job Summary: We are seeking an exceptional Software Engineering Manager who combines deep technical expertise with strong people leadership to build and lead a team of engineers developing the next generation of invoice and payment automation solutions. You will be responsible for both writing code in the early stages of development on projects, and leading the team as it scales and matures, ensuring delivery of high-quality software while fostering a culture of cloud-native excellence, continuous improvement, and technical mentorship. This role requires someone who thrives at the intersection of architecture, hands-on development, people management, and metrics-driven delivery.

Requirements

Proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams
Strong hands-on technical skills with ability to code production-quality software in .NET (C#) and modern front-end frameworks
Deep expertise in cloud-native application development on AWS
Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools (AWS CDK, CloudFormation)
Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and experience implementing automated pipelines using GitHub Actions
Experience with database design, optimization, and performance tuning (PostgreSQL, SQL Server)
Knowledge of software development methodologies including Agile, Scrum, and Kanban
Experience establishing and tracking engineering metrics and KPIs
Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to various audiences
Proven mentoring and coaching abilities
Understanding of compliance requirements in regulated industries (PCI-DSS, SOC2)
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Passion for continuous learning and staying current with technology trends
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development.
A minimum of 2 years of experience leading comparable teams.
Experience developing and deploying SaaS applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the FinTech industry.
Experience integrating with ERP systems, banking platforms, and financial technology services.

Responsibilities

Build and lead a high-performing engineering team through recruiting, hiring, and developing top talent with cloud-native expertise
Provide hands-on technical leadership by actively coding, especially during initial project phases before the team is fully staffed
Design and implement cloud-native applications using .NET, Java, React, and AWS services (Lambda, ECS, EKS, SQS, SNS, RDS, S3, CloudWatch)
Architect scalable, maintainable solutions leveraging microservices, serverless architectures, and cloud-native design patterns where appropriate
Collaborate with architects and the VP of Engineering on architectural decisions and technical strategy
Oversee the execution of software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) including velocity, deployment frequency, lead time, change failure rate, mean time to recovery, code quality metrics, and technical debt
Implement and enforce best practices for cloud-native development, Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD pipelines
Drive the adoption of comprehensive testing strategies including unit tests, integration tests, and automated regression testing
Champion DevSecOps practices, ensuring security is integrated throughout the development lifecycle
Mentor team members on cloud-native development practices, AWS services, and modern software engineering techniques
Partner with AI engineers to integrate artificial intelligence capabilities into applications including generative AI, LLMs, classification models, and OCR
Collaborate with product management to translate business requirements into technical solutions and realistic delivery plans
Manage technical debt and ensure sustainable development velocity through regular refactoring and quality improvements
Conduct and facilitate code reviews, ensuring high-quality code and knowledge sharing across the team
Partner with DevOps to support the development of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated testing and deployment
Ensure applications meet performance, scalability, security, and compliance requirements (PCI-DSS, SOC2)
Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning
Provide regular reporting on team health, project status, risks, and metrics to VP of Engineering and stakeholders
Support integration efforts with ERP systems, banking platforms, and third-party financial technology services
Coach team members on database & application performance optimization including proper use of ORMs, indexing, and parallel processing
Participate in Agile ceremonies and adapt processes to maximize team effectiveness
Manage engineering escalation rotations and incident response for the team
Remove blockers and ensure the team has the resources and support needed to succeed
Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in FinTech and cloud computing