Senior Manager, Engineering

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to join our Engineering Department. This leader will drive technical excellence and be responsible for the growth and management of a high-performing software development team focused on delivering features and enhancements for our modern cloud-based payroll, HR, and benefits software. You will play a critical role in scaling our engineering capabilities, mentoring our talent, and ensuring alignment with OnPay’s mission of combining superb technology with excellent customer service.

Supervisory and Leadership Responsibilities

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains engineering staff to meet technical needs.
• Oversees the daily workflow, sets clear goals and expectations, and manages the performance of your team.
• Counsels and develops team members, providing continuous feedback, timely performance evaluations, and developmental opportunities.
• Provides technical oversight and strategic direction for engineering projects, ensuring high-quality, accurate, on-time, and within-budget output.
• Develops and implements improved procedures and standards for the department, including establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and accountabilities for achieving results.
• Fosters an inclusive team environment.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with Product and Engineering leadership to map out new features and enhancements.
• Provide direction and motivation to the team to ensure the successful execution of engineering responsibilities.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in engineering and product development.
• Frequently collaborate with teammates on best practices and business processes.
• Ensure policy compliance and involve the People & Culture team regarding employee relations when necessary.

What You Bring

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills, with a desire to mentor and motivate technical staff.
• Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and procedures.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple teams.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an entrepreneurial mindset and sense of urgency.
• Demonstrates the desired qualities of Grit, Determination, Curiosity, and a Client-focused approach.
• Embraces OnPay’s company priorities: humility, hard work, honesty, and transparency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field (strongly preferred).
• At least 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• At least 5-7+ years of managerial or formal team leadership experience is required.
• Experience with our core technologies (PHP, Go, React, Docker, MySQL, Mongo, and Redis) is preferred.
• Familiarity with software testing best practices and Agile methodologies.
• Prior Payroll or HRIS experience is a plus.

Location & Compensation

Atlanta HQ | Flex
Compensation includes a base salary $180k-$215k. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above.