Software Engineer Manager

About the Role

Join Kyndryl as a Software Engineering – Development Manager and unlock a world of endless possibilities in designing, developing, and supporting cutting-edge software products, services, and systems. In this pivotal role, you'll harness your expertise in software development, architecture, and engineering practices to spearhead innovative solutions for strategic design/development projects that will shape the future.

As an individual with exceptional technical prowess and remarkable people skills, you'll work hand-in-hand with a team of top-tier developers and engineers, leading and inspiring them to reach new heights of excellence. This role isn't just about following the norms; it's an opportunity to push boundaries and think outside the box. You'll be tasked with delivering software solutions that go beyond the expected, leveraging your creative thinking and problem-solving abilities to exceed customer expectations and drive organizational success.

At Kyndryl, you'll have a significant hand in selecting and training team members who will add value and diversity to our skill set. By assembling high-performing teams, you'll foster an environment that encourages personal and professional growth, allowing individuals to thrive and expand their capabilities. You'll empower your teams with the right tools to execute tasks flawlessly while adhering to agreed-upon timelines.

You'll shoulder SRE responsibilities, ensuring the software being developed meets the highest quality standards through rigorous automated testing, QA checks, and meticulous code scans. Collaborating closely with a dedicated Scrum Master, you'll prioritize the backlog and create user stories that align with the INVEST acronym, building solutions that address both technical challenges and critical business problems. A solid understanding of Agile Scrum Ceremonies will be instrumental in navigating the agile landscape and delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-performing software development teams using agile methodologies.
• Design, develop, and support cutting-edge software products, services, and systems.
• Spearhead innovative solutions for strategic design and development projects.
• Guide and motivate development teams to deliver solutions that meet business requirements.
• Manage project scope, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Ensure software quality through automated testing, QA checks, and code scans.
• Collaborate with Scrum Masters to prioritize backlog and create user stories aligned with INVEST principles.
• Understand customer needs, market trends, and align software development with business objectives.
• Select, train, and develop team members to foster a diverse and high-performing environment.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience managing high-performing teams using agile methodologies.
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies, practices, programming languages, frameworks, and tools.
• Leadership skills to guide and motivate development teams.
• Proficient in project management, including scope definition, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Business acumen to understand customer needs, market trends, and align software development with business objectives.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with team members and stakeholders.
• Growth mindset and keen drive for personal and professional development.
• Customer-focused with a priority on customer success.
• Naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or equivalent job experience.
• Experience in one or more Hyperscaler to leverage cloud-native solutions.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to overcome challenges in software development projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off.
• Access to employee learning programs and certifications (Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and more).
• Company-wide volunteering and giving platform to donate, start fundraisers, and volunteer.
• Opportunities for hands-on experience, learning, and career growth.

Pay

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $143,640 to $273,000 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills, and experience. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately.

• California (San Francisco Bay Area): $172,440 to $327,600
• California (All Other): $158,040 to $300,360
• Colorado: $143,640 to $273,000
• Massachusetts: $143,640 to $300,360
• New York City: $172,440 to $327,600
• Washington: $158,040 to $300,360
• Washington DC: $158,040 to $300,360

This position is eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance. For sales commission eligible roles, you will participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.