Software Engineering Manager

Manager, Software Engineering Location: Cincinnati, OH | OnsitePosition OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead application development teams responsible for building and delivering scalable, high-quality software solutions. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with team management and will work closely with business stakeholders, product teams, and external partners to deliver technology solutions aligned with business objectives.ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers.Oversee the design, development, testing, and delivery of software applications.Partner with business, product, and technology teams to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.Provide technical guidance on application architecture, system design, and development best practices.Establish and maintain engineering standards, development processes, and code quality expectations.Manage project timelines, resources, priorities, and delivery commitments.Oversee third-party vendors and external development partners.Drive adoption of modern development practices, tools, and technologies.Ensure applications meet security, scalability, reliability, and performance requirements.Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and technology modernization.Qualifications5+ years of experience leading software engineering or application development teams.Proven experience delivering complex software applications in an enterprise environment.Strong people leadership, coaching, and team development skills.Experience working with modern programming languages and frameworks such as Java, .NET, Python, or similar technologies.Strong understanding of software development methodologies and engineering best practices.Experience collaborating with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.Preferred QualificationsExperience with cloud platforms, AI/ML technologies, or modern data solutions.Experience with Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices.Experience with enterprise architecture and large-scale application design.Experience implementing AI-enabled applications or automation solutions.Experience managing vendors or external development teams.