Software Engineering Manager (Virtual, Full-time)

Wealthcounsel • Jersey City, NJ

1d • Remote

About The Position

WealthCounsel brings together the best - the best drafting software and legal tools, the best educators, the best support staff, and the best collegial community - to cultivate the growth and success of its member attorneys and their clients. We recently added another “best” to our toolbelt when we were awarded the 2025 Best Place to Work in the Cloud . The Cloud Awards is one of the longest-running awards platforms of its kind and recognizes the latest achievements and innovations in cloud computing. We’re committed to fostering a positive work environment that is backed up by competitive benefits (see below) and a culture of collaboration. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a motivated and driven Software Engineering Manager to join our team. Job Summary: The Software Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and developing a high-performing team of software engineers, guiding both technical execution and professional growth. This role partners closely with product, design, and engineering leadership to deliver innovative, scalable, and high-quality software, while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience (6+ years in the industry).
• 2+ years of experience leading or managing software engineers.
• Proven experience as a software engineer with expertise in web development.
• Strong technical background with proficiency in modern frameworks.
• Experience with software architecture, design patterns, and RESTful API design.
• In-depth experience building and deploying applications using AWS services.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle technical challenges.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting technical concepts.
• Experience with agile methodologies, version control systems (e.g., Git), and code review processes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles.
• Prior experience delivering web applications at scale.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• People Leadership Lead, mentor, and coach a team of software engineers by providing ongoing feedback and supporting career development.
• Oversee the hiring, onboarding, and training process for new engineers.
• Conduct effective 1-on-1 meetings and performance reviews.
• Ensure strong communication between engineers and stakeholders.
• Project and Technical Execution Align team priorities with organizational goals in collaboration with engineering and product leadership.
• Work with product managers, designers, and QA to translate business goals into technical solutions and milestones.
• Participate in architectural reviews and guide technical decisions and best practices.
• Enable the team to deliver high-quality, maintainable code via Agile methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews, design discussions, and incident response.
• Remove blockers and help troubleshoot complex issues.
• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality code.
• Process and Continuous Improvement Establish, document, and optimize team processes to improve delivery and quality.
• Drive adoption of modern software engineering practices.
• Support the evaluation and integration of new technologies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and performance management of direct reports.
• Oversee team workflow and ensure effective allocation of tasks.
• Address discipline or termination as required (with HR support and in accordance with company policy).

Benefits

• competitive salary package (including base salary and performance based incentives)
• medical/dental/vision plan
• matching 401(k)
• A generous paid time off package that includes: Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays (including 2 Floating Holidays), Volunteer Time, Blood Donor Leave, Short Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave and more!
• Matching donations for approved charitable organizations
• Home internet and gym membership reimbursement
• Many opportunities to connect with others from your home office and have fun while you work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager