Engineering Manager

Job#: 2065067

Job Description:

As an Engineering Manager (EM) in our Global E-Commerce Engineering organization, you will lead high-performing teams that deliver innovative, scalable, and high-quality software solutions for our digital commerce platform. You will be responsible for aligning technical roadmaps with business goals, fostering a culture of engineering excellence, and driving strategic

execution.

Your role is not just about shipping features-it's about making sound technical decisions, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and developing a world-class engineering team. You will be a key player in shaping the future of how customers consider, purchase, and plan their cruise vacations.

Core Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership & Roadmap Execution

• Define and execute a technical strategy aligned with product and business goals.
• Balance innovation vs. execution-knowing when to build, iterate, or cut scope.
• Ensure scalable, maintainable, and high-performance software architectures.
• Clearly communicate trade-offs between scalability, performance, and delivery timelines.
• Maintain best practices in engineering processes, security, and compliance (SOX, DevSecOps).

2. Communication & Stakeholder Influence

• Act as a bridge between engineering, product, and business teams, ensuring alignment.
• Proactively manage expectations and avoid surprises for leadership.
• Tailor communication depth for different audiences-from deep technical discussions with engineers to high-level business updates.
• Influence decision-making with data, risk analysis, and sound technical judgment.

3. Team & Execution Leadership

• Lead teams to deliver high-quality software on time, ensuring smooth execution of roadmap items.
• Manage cross-team dependencies effectively, ensuring seamless collaboration.
• Continuously improve team processes without over-engineering solutions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning.

4. Talent Development & Team Growth

• Identify and nurture future leaders within the team.
• Provide actionable feedback and career coaching to engineers at all levels.
• Create an environment where engineers thrive, innovate, and stay engaged.
• Drive hiring, onboarding, and retention strategies to build a world-class engineering team.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, including hands-on development and leadership roles.
• 3+ years of experience managing software engineering teams, ideally in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment (e.g., banking, e-commerce, DevSecOps).
• Proven ability to balance short-term execution with long-term technical vision.
• Experience with scalable architectures, cloud platforms, and transactional applications.
• Experience with AI/ML models from POC to production is a strong plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on impact-driven decision-making.
• Passion for mentoring, coaching, and growing engineering talent.
• High ownership, drive, and commitment to building a best-in-class engineering culture

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.