Manager, Software Engineering

At findhelp, we've built a comprehensive platform of products and services that make it easy for you to connect people to resources, follow them on their journey, and track your impact in a fast and reliable way. Our industry-leading social care network includes more than half a million local, state, and national programs that serve every ZIP Code in the country, from rural areas to major metropolitan centers. 

Findhelp is headquartered in Austin, Texas and has been enabling healthcare, government, education, and other organizations to connect people with the social care resources that serve them, with privacy and security, since 2010.

As a mission driven organization, we are focused on creating a positive impact by connecting people in need to the programs that serve them with dignity and ease. Powered by our proprietary technology that enables people to find the resources available in their area, we have helped millions of Seekers find food, health, housing and employment programs.

As a Software Engineering Manager, the primary responsibility is to oversee and guide a team of engineers who are focused on quality engineering while setting a high standard through exemplary leadership. This role involves not only managing technical aspects but also fostering a positive team culture that thrives in both remote and in-office settings. Leading by example, this manager guides the team through collaborative problem-solving, code reviews, and technical mentorship. Their focus extends beyond tasks and deliverables to encompass the well-being and professional growth of each team member, ensuring that the team stays aligned with the company's mission and objectives. By implementing effective communication strategies, this manager cultivates an environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manages and coaches a team of full stack developers and ensure best practices around software development, including day-to-day performance
• Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met, including maintaining a close partnership with the Product and Quality Engineering team
• Lead by example and help grow the engineering team to highest potential through hiring and development of engineers at multiple levels
• Build and maintain a healthy and productive engineering culture that thrives on high quality while accepting failure as being part of the process
• Ensure that your team is always working on the highest priority work and getting it to the finish line.
• Work closely with stakeholders to accurately deliver high quality features
• Seeks out feedback and clarity as needed, and provides on going constructive feedback

Qualifications:

• 5+ years technical experience, including designing architecture, implementation, and deployment of SaaS applications. Expertise in Python, Jira, MySQL
• 3+ years of experience managing a software development team in a high-growth environment as direct reports
• Experience mentoring and developing software engineers in a hybrid work environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills needed to articulate complex, strategic and technical  thoughts and ideas effectively to multiple audiences, as well as to listen for meaning and understanding.
• Self -directed and analytical, while being comfortable working in a team environment
• Experienced leading a team in Agile methodologies
• Experience with non-profits or social care organizations

$121,740 - $182,611 a year

The compensation for this position will be based on a candidate's job-related skills, experience, education or training, and location.

401k & stock options 

Free food and onsite gym at our Austin HQ 

Paid parental leave

Competitive PTO & 10 paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pet-friendly office with attached dog park at our Austin HQ

24/7 access to telemedicine and counseling

Book Purchasing Program

You're welcome here. We want everyone to be able to easily connect to the help they need, and we want our teams to reflect and represent our communities. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all Company policies, without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin or ancestry, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable laws . Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Here are some of the ways we support our staff:

Culture Committee 

Leadership Development Training

Paid Volunteering Time