Senior Software Architect & Engineering Manager

Description

Summary: Nexaminds seeks a Manager of Product Engineering to lead Scrum teams, provide technical mentorship, drive Agile maturity, and foster continuous growth for engineers in an AI-focused environment. Highlights: 1. High-impact leadership role focusing on AI solutions and innovation. 2. Opportunity to mentor and develop top-tier engineering talent. 3. Shape the future powered by intelligent machines with a collaborative team. **Unlock Your Future with Nexaminds!** At Nexaminds, we're on a mission to redefine industries with AI. We're passionate about the limitless potential of artificial intelligence to transform businesses, streamline processes, and drive growth. Join us on our visionary journey. We're leading the way in AI solutions, and we're committed to innovation, collaboration, and ethical practices. Become a part of our team and shape the future powered by intelligent machines. If you're driven by ambition, success, fun, and learning, Nexaminds is where you belong. The Manager of Product Engineering is a high\-impact leadership role designed for a former Senior Engineer or Tech Lead who has successfully transitioned into people management. You will oversee 1–3 high\-performing Scrum teams, balancing deep technical mentorship with rigorous, data\-driven delivery management. Your mission is to ensure engineering excellence, drive Agile maturity, and maintain a predictable delivery cadence while fostering a culture of continuous growth for your engineers. **Qualifications we are looking for:** #### **Technical \& Leadership Experience** * + **7\+ years of professional experience** in software development, with a deep understanding of the full development lifecycle. + **3\+ years of experience in leadership roles** (Lead, Manager, or Supervisor), managing high\-performing engineering teams. + **Tech Stack Mastery:** Strong technical command of **Microsoft technologies (.NET)** and **Azure cloud services**. + **Complex Systems:** Proven experience working in platform\-heavy, infrastructure, or API\-centric environments. #### **Process \& Tooling Proficiency** * + - **Agile Expert:** Advanced proficiency in Scrum and Agile methodologies; ability to coach teams on increasing their Agile maturity. - **Data\-Driven:** Demonstrated experience using **Azure DevOps** (or similar tools) to manage backlogs and extract performance metrics. - **Analytical Mindset:** Strong ability to analyze delivery health and team performance through data, providing actionable insights to Directors and VPs. **Job duties:** #### **People Leadership \& Talent Development** * + **Team Growth:** Hire, onboard, and retain top\-tier engineering talent; define clear career progression paths and growth plans. + **Performance Management:** Conduct consistent 1\-on\-1s and performance evaluations, using measurable objectives to drive accountability. + **Mentorship:** Provide technical and professional coaching to senior individual contributors, helping them navigate complex technical hurdles and leadership transitions. #### **Technical Leadership \& Delivery Excellence** * + **Engineering Standards:** Champion best practices across the SDLC, including TDD/unit testing, code reviews, CI/CD discipline, and clean coding standards. + **Technical Oversight:** Lead technical design discussions and review solutions for scalability and feasibility without micromanaging the architecture. + **Operational Visibility:** Implement and track North Star metrics (Velocity, Throughput, Cycle Time, and Defect Rates) to provide transparent reporting to senior leadership. + **Agile Governance:** Drive Scrum excellence, ensuring effective sprint planning, backlog refinement, and high delivery predictability. + **Execution:** Actively identify and mitigate technical risks and systemic bottlenecks; step in to contribute to code development when necessary to unblock the team. #### **Stakeholder \& Strategic Alignment** * + **Cross\-Functional Partnership:** Align closely with Product and Platform leadership to synchronize roadmap priorities with engineering capacity. + **Communication:** Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insights for non\-technical stakeholders. **What you can expect from us** Here at Nexaminds, we're not your typical workplace. We're all about creating a friendly and trusting environment where you can thrive. Why does this matter? Well, trust and openness lead to better quality, innovation, commitment to getting the job done, efficiency, and cost\-effectiveness. Stock options Remote work options Flexible working hours * Benefits above the law * But it's not just about the work; it's about the people too. You'll be collaborating with some seriously awesome IT pros. * You'll have access to mentorship and tons of opportunities to learn and level up. **Ready to embark on this journey with us? If you're feeling the excitement, go ahead and apply!**