Engineering Manager Software Product Development Java

Engineering Manager – Software Product Development Java

Location: Dublin, OH – Hybrid

Employment Type: Contract

We are looking for a highly experienced and technically adept Engineering Manager to lead and drive software product development initiatives across globally distributed teams. This role combines technical leadership, strategic execution, and people management to deliver high-quality software solutions aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong communication skills, and brings a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and mentor a team of engineers located across different geographies.

Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, ownership, and innovation.

Project Oversight

Oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including architecture, development, testing, and deployment.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with quality standards.

Cross-Team Collaboration

Partner with product managers, UX designers, and business stakeholders to define and prioritize requirements.

Facilitate effective communication across functions and time zones.

Process Optimization

Implement Agile best practices, promote DevOps culture, and continuously refine development processes.

Identify process bottlenecks and drive efficiency improvements.

Technical Guidance

Provide technical oversight on system architecture, design reviews, and complex problem resolution.

Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable.

Performance Management

Set clear goals, conduct regular performance evaluations, and support career development plans for engineers.

Promote an inclusive and constructive feedback culture.

Risk & Issue Management

Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted project progress.

Stakeholder Communication

Act as the primary point of contact for technical project updates and deliverables.

Ensure clear and timely communication of progress, risks, and decisions with stakeholders.

Resource Planning & Hiring

Lead hiring and onboarding efforts for engineering roles.

Strategically allocate resources across teams to meet project goals and scale the team as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in software engineering, including 2+ years in a leadership or management role.

Proficient in Java 8+, Spring Boot, Microservices, RESTful APIs, and database systems (Postgres, MySQL, SQL/NoSQL).

Skilled in modern technologies including ReactJS, Node.js, Python, TypeScript, Salesforce, Power BI, and AWS.

Demonstrated experience managing and collaborating with offshore or distributed engineering teams.

Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and modern tech stacks.

Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Familiarity with challenges and best practices in global software development and cross-cultural collaboration.

Understanding of compliance, data privacy, and security standards in software development.