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Software Engineering Manager / Senior Technical Lead

Contract to Hire

Fully Remote

Global Web Platforms & Enterprise Applications

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineering Manager / Senior Technical Lead to drive the development of scalable, cloud-native applications supporting global business and enterprise technology platforms. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives in complex environments and can balance architecture, delivery execution, and people leadership.

You will provide technical direction, mentor engineers, and lead the delivery of high-quality features. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, product owners, and senior leadership to enable business outcomes through modern engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Architecture

Lead the design and development of scalable applications supporting global business platforms.
Architect modern frontend and backend solutions using React, TypeScript, .NET, and Azure.
Design and build microservices using ASP.NET Core / C#.
Implement persistence strategies using Cosmos DB, SQL Server, Blob Storage.
Develop and host services using Azure App Services, Azure Functions, API Management.
Apply Domain Driven Design (DDD) and CQRS patterns to build maintainable, scalable systems.
Integrate systems using REST APIs, Service Bus, and event-driven architectures.
Champion secure coding practices, resilience, and performance at scale.
Delivery & Execution

Drive the consistent delivery of high-quality features through cross-functional collaboration.
Translate business objectives into scalable technical solutions.
Ensure CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automation are properly implemented.
Lead delivery within Agile and DevOps environments with a focus on velocity and quality.
Promote continuous improvement across engineering processes and architecture.
Leadership & Team Development

Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to engineers.
Lead with clarity in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
Promote inclusive leadership across globally distributed teams.
Partner with product and business leaders to align engineering strategy with organizational goals.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required.
8+ years of experience in software development and delivery.
1+ year of experience in a leadership or managerial role.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Deep expertise in:
C#, .NET Core / .NET 6+, ASP.NET
Azure Cloud Services (App Services, Functions, API Management)
SQL Server and NoSQL databases (CosmosDB, MongoDB, etc.)
REST APIs, microservices architecture
Software design patterns (MVC, MVVM, etc.)
Hands-on experience with:
CI/CD pipelines
GitHub / GitHub Actions
DevOps tools and practices
Ability to manage delivery within a global, matrixed organization.
Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or container orchestration.
Experience deploying systems at global scale or in localized environments.
Familiarity with Agile, Lean, and Scrum methodologies.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to translate business needs into scalable engineering solutions.
Passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent.
Ownership mindset across the full product lifecycle.
Proven success delivering enterprise applications at scale.
What Success Looks Like

Teams consistently deliver high-quality, scalable software.
Engineering is seen as a strategic enabler—not just a feature factory.
Architecture is modern, cloud-native, resilient, and performant.
Engineers grow through mentorship and strong leadership.
Stakeholders trust engineering as a long-term partner.
Location

Remote, with a preference for candidates based in Atlanta, Dallas, or Tampa.

Additional Focus Areas (Recruiter Guidance)

Must-Have Skills & Traits

These are non-negotiable:

Strong Azure cloud experience (core requirement)
Experience with:
.NET / C#
Microservices architecture
Event-driven systems
Enterprise-scale software environments
Strong understanding of:
Design patterns
System architecture
Cloud-native application design
Comfortable taking ownership of:
Technical designs
Architectural decisions
Engineering standards
Front-end experience is low priority (3/10). Backend and cloud architecture matter most.

CQRS & DDD Expectations

CQRS experience: preferred but not required
DDD experience: nice to have
Must clearly understand:
Why CQRS exists
When to use it and when not to
Bonus for experience with:
Large distributed systems
Regulated environments
Complex enterprise integration patterns
Pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance
Visa sponsorship
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have in a leadership or managerial role?
Do you have deep expertise in C#, .NET Core / .NET 6+, and ASP.NET?
Do you have deep expertise in Azure Cloud Services (App Services, Functions, API Management)?
Do you have deep expertise in REST APIs, microservices architecture?
Do you have deep expertise in software design patterns (MVC, MVVM, etc.)?
Work Location: Remote