Sr. Manager, Development – Dayforce Mobile

About the role

Dayforce is seeking a Senior Manager, Software Development to lead the full-stack mobile platform, including native development, backend services, AI experiences, and observability, supporting more than 1.4 million daily active users as they manage their work life.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of iOS, Android, and backend/BFF engineers, providing overall technical direction and guidance across the Dayforce Mobile platform.
• Develop the long-term technical strategy for Dayforce Mobile, including the BFF and domain microservices platform strategy, and translate it into an achievable roadmap and action plan.
• Manage project execution and delivery commitments across iOS, Android, and backend development.
• Recommend alternative technical and business approaches and lead engineering efforts to meet aggressive timelines with optimal solutions.
• Champion an AI-native development lifecycle, including specification-driven development, harness engineering, and AI-assisted coding, while continuously improving engineering efficiency.
• Oversee requirements gathering, prototyping, architecture, implementation, testing, and quality reviews across features such as Scheduling, Timesheets, Benefits, and the AI Assistant.
• Report project progress, metrics, and delivery status to senior leadership.
• Balance resources, priorities, and project assignments to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Maximize team productivity and performance by implementing effective engineering practices.
• Monitor feature performance using engagement and quality metrics to guide future product direction.
• Coach, mentor, and support team members in their technical and professional development.
• Establish functional goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the team.
• Partner with stakeholders to manage escalated customer issues and expectations as needed.

Requirements

• Eight or more years of software development experience, including at least five years leading software development teams.
• Technical expertise across mobile and backend/API development with the ability to discuss architecture, trade-offs, and emerging technologies.
• Experience leading teams through an AI-native development lifecycle, including specification-driven development, harness engineering, and AI-assisted development tools.
• Passion for delivering customer value for frontline workers and managers.
• Experience planning projects and delivering high-quality software releases on schedule.
• Experience building and leading the development of complex SaaS and cloud-based mobile applications.
• Proven ability to identify, hire, develop, and retain top software engineering talent.
• Able to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders while balancing competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Domain knowledge in Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Time, and Attendance solutions supporting frontline workforces.

Skills

• Experience leading large-scale mobile platforms supporting millions of users.
• Experience driving AI-native engineering practices and modern software development methodologies.
• Strong experience building and leading the development of complex SaaS and cloud-based mobile applications.
• Passion for mentoring engineers and building high-performing development teams.
• Experience using customer engagement and quality metrics to influence product and engineering decisions.

What’s In It For You

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, and Global Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible work arrangements including unlimited Time Away From Work, 10 paid US holidays, up to 80 hours of paid sick time, and 17 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Community impact initiatives including volunteer days and charity support.

Salary Range

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.