SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGER - REMOTE

Palco•Boston, MA

43d•Remote

About The Position

We’re Palco. We provide the management, support, and systems behind self-directed programs—the services that help people hire, pay, and manage their own caregivers with confidence. With 25+ years of experience as a national provider operating in over 17 states, we keep people at the center of everything we do. Through innovative technology and decades of expertise, we help states and partners run stronger, more compliant, and efficient programs. Our mission is to challenge the status quo and build smarter, more human-centered solutions that put power back in people’s hands. Want to learn more about joining our team? Visit www.palcofirst.com to explore opportunities. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead and guide a team of talented software engineers. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensure efficient execution, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. You will be responsible for mentoring team members, optimizing development processes, and driving the technical vision to meet business goals.

Requirements

Strong proficiency in React, API development, and MySQL.
Solid understanding of software architecture, cloud platforms, and scalable system design.
Proven experience leading remote teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent command of English language.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern DevOps practices
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or similar technical discipline.
5+ years of experience in software engineering with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage software engineers, fostering career growth and technical development.
Set performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation within the team.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet quality standards.
Identify risks and roadblocks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum.
Provide technical guidance to the team, reviewing code, designs, and architecture to ensure scalability, reliability, and security.
Drive technical excellence and best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and engineering best practices to drive innovation.
Continuously improve engineering practices by implementing effective processes and tools.
Optimize workflows for development, testing, and deployment.
Participate in the recruitment and hiring of new engineers to expand and strengthen the team.
Onboard new hires and help them integrate into the team, fostering a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous Paid time off.
Annual bonus potential.
Retirement Savings: We will support you as you save for your future.
Career Growth Opportunities: We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.
Paid Training: Earn while you learn and continue to grow with access to internal and external learning opportunities.
Great Work Environment: We are proud of our company culture of collaboration and the recognition we have received for our diversity efforts.
Employer shared Health Insurance cost
Employer paid Disability Insurance
Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Vision Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Remote work environment
Paid holidays