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Job DescriptionJob Description Location: Remote (Southeast , but not required) Base Salary: $165,000 Industry: Education Technology and Fundraising Solutions Posting On Behalf of Our Esteemed VIP Client About the Company Our VIP client is a trailblazer in educational fundraising, on a mission to empower schools and communities through innovation, service, and technology. Their industry-leading platforms touch the lives of millions of students and educators nationwide—blending fitness, school spirit, and community engagement into fundraising programs that make a lasting difference. With a passionate, high-growth team and a powerful vision for the future, this organization is setting a new standard in its space—and they’re just getting started. The Opportunity Are you ready to make a meaningful impact at scale? As a Manager of Engineering , you’ll play a critical leadership role at the heart of our client's technology evolution. You will lead a dynamic team of fullstack engineers and architects while directly shaping the technical vision of products that are transforming an entire industry. In this highly strategic role— 65% architecture, 35% leadership —you'll drive innovation, mentor rising talent, and help design scalable systems that support millions of users nationwide. If you are energized by growth, motivated by purpose, and ready to put your mark on a high-impact platform, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. What You'll Own Build and Lead: Grow, mentor, and inspire a distributed team of engineers delivering innovative, high-quality software solutions. Architect the Future: Spearhead architectural design initiatives to modernize and scale mission-critical systems. Collaborate Across Functions: Partner with product and design leaders to translate ambitious ideas into elegant, reliable technology. Drive End-to-End Execution: Champion the full software development lifecycle—from vision to deployment—ensuring excellence at every stage. Empower Teams: Clear obstacles, enhance agile processes, and cultivate a culture of ownership, resilience, and continuous improvement. The Experience You Bring 7+ years as a professional software engineer, with hands-on leadership of high-performing technical teams. 2+ years in a people management or technical leadership role, formally or through influence. Mastery of scalable architecture, distributed systems, and modern cloud technologies. Relational, engaging communicator—able to lead with both heart and expertise. Strong technical foundation across fullstack environments. Proven success in Agile/Scrum development methodologies. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Technical Toolbox & Frameworks: Node.js, React, PHP, Vue.js, GraphQL Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL Messaging & Streaming: Kafka Tools & Platforms: AWS, GitLab, Jira, Confluence, Datadog, Heap, Split, JW Player Bonus Points Expertise modernizing legacy systems into microservices architectures. Experience scaling complex, cloud- infrastructures. Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities. Master’s degree or advanced technical certifications. The Spirit We Seek Beyond technical skills, we’re looking for a true leader—someone who embodies these core virtues: Gratitude: Humble, optimistic, and mission-minded. Wisdom: Committed to learning, integrity, and thoughtful decision-making. Care: Compassionate and intentional in serving others. Courage: Bold, hopeful, and action-oriented. Grit: Resilient in pursuit of excellence. Celebration: Enthusiastic in recognizing the success and strengths of others. Why You Should Join This is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to help build something transformational. You’ll lead technical innovation, empower a passionate team, and help shape a future where schools and communities thrive together. If you’re energized by impact, inspired by challenge, and ready to grow with a high-velocity organization that’s changing the game, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Today Take your leadership to the next level. Join a team where your work will matter—today and for years to come. Integrity Disclaimer We take authenticity and professionalism seriously. All candidates must represent themselves accurately throughout the hiring process. This includes live interviews, screening calls, and technical evaluations. Misrepresentation — including the use of AI tools, proxies, or impersonators during any stage of the process — will result in immediate disqualification. Thank you for your integrity and professionalism. #J-18808-Ljbffr ZipRecruiter

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