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We currently have an opportunity available for a Software Engineering Manager / Delivery Lead. This opportunity offers a hybrid work schedule and is located in the Columbus, OH area.

As the Software Engineering Manager, you will build and lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering enterprise technology software solutions and driving Agile delivery excellence. This role focuses on engineering leadership, process optimization, and delivery management, leveraging tools such as Jira and Confluence to ensure transparency, collaboration, and predictable outcomes. You will partner with product, business, and technology leaders to align priorities and deliver scalable, secure, and high-quality solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Drive adoption of Scrum and Agile best practices across engineering teams; facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and release planning
Own delivery timelines and ensure predictable execution of technology initiatives; monitor progress using Jira dashboards and Agile metrics
Configure and maintain Jira and Confluence for workflow automation, reporting, and documentation; ensure teams use these tools effectively for transparency and collaboration
Provide technical guidance and leadership for solution design, architecture reviews, and code quality standards
Partner with product owners, business stakeholders, and QA teams to align priorities and ensure successful delivery of features and integrations
Analyze delivery metrics (velocity, cycle time, defect rates) and implement process improvements to enhance team performance
Build and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning
Work with recruitment team to hire employees; conduct performance reviews
Identify delivery risks early and implement mitigation strategies; escalate blockers and drive resolution
Ensure technical documentation and project artifacts are maintained in Confluence for organizational transparency

Skills/Experience Required:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required
Minimum 7 years of experience in software engineering and delivery management
Previous supervisory experience required
Proven experience leading technical teams in an Agile/Scrum environment
Strong proficiency with Jira and Confluence for Agile project management and documentation
Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and engineering delivery practices
Excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to bridge technical and business conversations
Experience managing complex technology projects with multiple stakeholders
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) preferred
Experience with microservices architecture and API-first strategies preferred
Exposure to eCommerce, enterprise integrations, or SaaS platforms preferred
Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe, or Agile Coach credentials preferred

Software Engineering Manager

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