$143K - 238K a year
Lead and mentor engineering teams to deliver secure and resilient software products. Collaborate across departments to drive secure software development practices and ensure system integrity.
Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, along with 10+ years of progressive engineering experience. Proven expertise in secure software practices and desktop application development is essential.
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Manager, Software Engineering in the United States. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact software engineering initiatives for a security-critical desktop and cloud-based platform used by institutions worldwide. You will oversee and mentor engineering teams, drive secure software development practices, and ensure system resilience and scalability. The position involves collaborating across multiple departments, setting technical direction, and embedding security throughout the product lifecycle. This is a leadership role requiring strategic vision, technical expertise, and a hands-on understanding of secure desktop and web development. You will have the chance to influence global product standards, enhance operational excellence, and mentor a high-performing team in a remote-first, dynamic environment. Accountabilities: Lead and mentor engineering teams focused on delivering secure, resilient software products. Drive adoption of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices, including threat modeling, code analysis, and secure design reviews. Oversee advanced security testing, including white-box, black-box, and grey-box approaches. Guide development of desktop applications (e.g., C++) and cloud-based backend systems (e.g., AWS) to ensure integrity and reliability. Collaborate with Product, Security, QA, and Compliance teams to identify risks and align initiatives with regulatory and industry standards. Own the evolution of system architecture for scalability, performance, and security. Build and develop engineering talent with a focus on secure coding, exploit prevention, and continuous upskilling. Support long-term product planning, legacy system modernization, and cross-functional technical decision-making. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including 5+ years in technical leadership roles within product-driven organizations. Proven expertise in desktop application development (e.g., C++) and secure software practices. Strong knowledge of security best practices, obfuscation techniques, and vulnerability mitigation. Experience leading teams through product maintenance, optimization, and legacy modernization. Effective stakeholder management and communication across multiple time zones. Proficiency with Agile methodologies and cross-functional delivery team management. Track record of coaching and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. Strong project management, planning, and strategic thinking skills. Competitive annual salary ($143,025 – $238,375) with bonus/commission eligibility. Remote-first work environment with flexible scheduling. Comprehensive health care coverage and wellness programs. Paid time off, holidays, and self-care days. Education reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Retirement plan with company match/contribution. Paid volunteer time and charitable contribution match. Access to modern mental health platforms and home office support. Inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven work culture. Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly. 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements. 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score. 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role. 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed. The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest! #LI-CL1
This job posting was last updated on 10/21/2025