Software Engineering Manager / Hands Off / Hybrid Northfield, NJ 3x a week

Overview

On Site
125k - 140k
Full Time

Skills

Software Engineering
SaaS
Team Building
Workflow Optimization
Public Sector
Billing
Taxes
Team Management
Project Implementation
Recruiting
Coaching
Management
Backend Development
Spring Framework
Microservices
Quality Assurance
Roadmaps
Continuous Improvement
IT Management
Java
Web Development
Agile
Scrum
Communication
Leadership
SAP BASIS

Job Details

A rapidly growing SaaS company serving government municipalities is hiring an Engineering Manager to lead a team building workflow optimization tools for public sector departments like billing, HR, and taxation.
This is a hands-off leadership role focused on team management, project execution, and technical oversight - not daily coding. You'll guide an Agile development team working on high-volume, event-driven systems built with Java. They are looking for someone who has a web background, management, and agile experience.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead and manage a team of engineers (hiring, coaching, delivery oversight)
  • Oversee backend development using Java 17, Spring Boot, and Microservices
  • Guide architectural decisions and ensure best practices
  • Coordinate with Product & QA to meet roadmap goals
  • Support Agile processes and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring:
  • Prior experience as an Engineering Manager or Technical Lead
  • Strong Java/web development background (hands-off now)
  • Comfortable working with high-volume applications
  • Agile/Scrum experience
  • Strong communication and leadership skills

Perks & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary + bonus
  • Medical, PTO, and 401(k) with matching
  • Stable, growing company with a strong product mission
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future

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