Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Payroll
Workforce management
Software engineering
Taxes
Scalability
Accountability
Documentation
Operational excellence
Pivotal
R
INSPECT
Team management
Professional development
Succession planning
Data
Organizational change management
Coaching
Mentorship
Continuous improvement
Emerging technologies
Innovation
Productivity
Planning
IMPACT
Budget
Management
Strategic management
Quality management
Production management
Collaboration
Product management
Design
Operations
Software deployment
Risk management
Software development
IT management
People management
Programming languages
C
C++
C#
.NET
Python
Java
JavaScript
Software architecture
Design patterns
DevOps
Computer science
Cloud computing
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud
Continuous integration
Continuous delivery
Agile
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Communication
Leadership
Offshoring
Kronos
ProVision
Job Details
Company Overview
Here at UKG, our purpose is people . Our HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions help organizations unlock happier outcomes for all. And our U Krewers, who build those solutions and support our business, are talented, collaborative, and innovative problem-solvers. We strive to create a culture of belonging and an employee experience that empowers our people - both at work and at home. Our benefits show that we care about the whole you, from adoption and surrogacy assistance to tuition reimbursement and wellness programs. Our employee resource groups provide a welcoming place to land, learn, and connect with those who share your passions and interests. What are you waiting for? Learn more at #WeAreUKG
Description & Qualifications
Description
We are looking for a Manager of Software Engineering to join the Payment Solutions value stream and lead an experienced software development team responsible for delivering innovative and compliant solutions for our US Tax Processing services.
As a first-line manager, you will lead a team of talented engineers, driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of ownership, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact projects. You will be responsible for guiding technical decisions, managing team performance, and aligning engineering efforts with business goals.
Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
Provide technical leadership and direction for major projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices.
Be hands-on with code, maintaining high technical standards and actively participating in design and architecture decisions, code reviews, and helping engineers optimize their code.
Ensure that high standards of performance, scalability, and reliability are maintained when architecting, designing, and developing complex software systems and applications.
Ensure accountability for the team's technical decisions and enforce engineering best practices (e.g., documentation, automation, code management, security principles, leverage CoPilot).
Ensure the health and quality of services and incidents, proactively identifying and addressing issues. Utilize service health indicators and telemetry for action. Implement best practices for operational excellence.
Play a pivotal role in the R.I.D.E. (Review, Inspect, Decide, Execute) framework.
Understand CI/CD pipelines from build, test, to deploy phases.
Team Management:
Lead and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and support professional development.
Foster a culture of service ownership and enhance team engagement.
Drive succession planning and engineering efficiency, focusing on quality and developer experience through data-driven approaches.
Promote a growth mindset, understanding and driving organizational change.
Actively seek opportunities for team growth and cross-functional collaboration.
Works and guides the team on how to operate in a DevOps Model. Taking ownership from working with product management on requirements to design, develop, test, deploy and maintain the software in production.
Coaching and Development:
Grow and develop the team technically and with a quality mindset, providing strong and actionable feedback.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement, encouraging the team to experiment, learn, and iterate on processes and technologies.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for their adoption where appropriate to drive innovation and productivity within the team.
Execution Excellence:
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact software projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Manage team workload and capacity, setting priorities and managing risks and tradeoffs.
Align team efforts with the strategic direction of the company, understanding the big picture and business needs.
Demonstrate engineering excellence and service ownership, including cost and quality management of services, and effective production management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and operations, to ensure alignment and successful delivery of projects. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Make deployment decisions with appropriate risk mitigation.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a technical leadership role and 2+ years in a people management role.
Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, complex software projects.
Deep expertise in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, .NET, Python, Java, or JavaScript.
Extensive experience with software architecture and design patterns.
Strong understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps principles.
We work in a hybrid model - 3 days on site in the Weston office is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
Experience in a complex, matrixed organization.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Familiarity with developing accessible technologies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and drive change.
Experience working in an offshore and onshore model
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster and its supplement.
View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here .
Disability Accommodation
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email
Here at UKG, our purpose is people . Our HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions help organizations unlock happier outcomes for all. And our U Krewers, who build those solutions and support our business, are talented, collaborative, and innovative problem-solvers. We strive to create a culture of belonging and an employee experience that empowers our people - both at work and at home. Our benefits show that we care about the whole you, from adoption and surrogacy assistance to tuition reimbursement and wellness programs. Our employee resource groups provide a welcoming place to land, learn, and connect with those who share your passions and interests. What are you waiting for? Learn more at #WeAreUKG
Description & Qualifications
Description
We are looking for a Manager of Software Engineering to join the Payment Solutions value stream and lead an experienced software development team responsible for delivering innovative and compliant solutions for our US Tax Processing services.
As a first-line manager, you will lead a team of talented engineers, driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of ownership, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact projects. You will be responsible for guiding technical decisions, managing team performance, and aligning engineering efforts with business goals.
Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
Provide technical leadership and direction for major projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices.
Be hands-on with code, maintaining high technical standards and actively participating in design and architecture decisions, code reviews, and helping engineers optimize their code.
Ensure that high standards of performance, scalability, and reliability are maintained when architecting, designing, and developing complex software systems and applications.
Ensure accountability for the team's technical decisions and enforce engineering best practices (e.g., documentation, automation, code management, security principles, leverage CoPilot).
Ensure the health and quality of services and incidents, proactively identifying and addressing issues. Utilize service health indicators and telemetry for action. Implement best practices for operational excellence.
Play a pivotal role in the R.I.D.E. (Review, Inspect, Decide, Execute) framework.
Understand CI/CD pipelines from build, test, to deploy phases.
Team Management:
Lead and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and support professional development.
Foster a culture of service ownership and enhance team engagement.
Drive succession planning and engineering efficiency, focusing on quality and developer experience through data-driven approaches.
Promote a growth mindset, understanding and driving organizational change.
Actively seek opportunities for team growth and cross-functional collaboration.
Works and guides the team on how to operate in a DevOps Model. Taking ownership from working with product management on requirements to design, develop, test, deploy and maintain the software in production.
Coaching and Development:
Grow and develop the team technically and with a quality mindset, providing strong and actionable feedback.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement, encouraging the team to experiment, learn, and iterate on processes and technologies.
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, advocating for their adoption where appropriate to drive innovation and productivity within the team.
Execution Excellence:
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact software projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Manage team workload and capacity, setting priorities and managing risks and tradeoffs.
Align team efforts with the strategic direction of the company, understanding the big picture and business needs.
Demonstrate engineering excellence and service ownership, including cost and quality management of services, and effective production management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and operations, to ensure alignment and successful delivery of projects. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Make deployment decisions with appropriate risk mitigation.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a technical leadership role and 2+ years in a people management role.
Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, complex software projects.
Deep expertise in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, .NET, Python, Java, or JavaScript.
Extensive experience with software architecture and design patterns.
Strong understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps principles.
We work in a hybrid model - 3 days on site in the Weston office is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
Experience in a complex, matrixed organization.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Familiarity with developing accessible technologies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and drive change.
Experience working in an offshore and onshore model
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster and its supplement.
View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here .
Disability Accommodation
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email
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