Engineering Manager

Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check. 

AI at BambooHR
At BambooHR, we’re all about setting people free to do great work, and we believe AI is a powerful partner in that mission. We’re leaning into intelligent tools to streamline our workflows, giving us more time for high-impact innovation. We look for curious, forward-thinking people who are ready to explore how AI can elevate their work and help us reimagine the future of HR.

Essential Job Duties

Our ideal Software Engineering Manager will be an integral contributor to the current and next generation of our app. You'll be working on multiple projects to continue making us the #1 HR Software for SMB business. If you get a kick out of solving problems and building beautiful world-class software, you will love BambooHR.

You will:

• Manage 1-2 scrum teams of Software Engineers. 6-15 individuals
• Demonstrate leadership and patience through regular coaching and mentoring in individual and team settings
• Consult with Product Management, UX Designers and Tech Leads to explore and deliver software solutions
• Manage and maintain your team’s execution roadmap, including a grooming pipeline and delivery expectations
• Show and maintain accountability in team and individual performance (yours and others) in sprint goals and quarterly Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)
• Participate in department hiring efforts
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of our systems and processes
• Be a great culture addition and advocate for our company values
• Come to work, do great things, then go home

What You Need to Get the Job Done

• 10+ years of experience in software development
• 2+ years of real-world, demonstrable technical leadership
• Object-Oriented development experience
• Proficient in integrating AI capabilities into Saas products. 
• MySQL/MSSQL - both query language and database structure/design
• Version control software, preferably Git
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

What Will Make Us REALLY Love You 

• Proficiency in documenting processes and monitoring performance metrics
• Knowledge of best practices related to data storage and access at high volume
• Services development in a language like PHP, Python, Java, or C#, and a desire to work in PHP (7.4+)
• Experience in React, HTML, XML, JavaScript, CSS
• Experience in developing Software as a Service (fast release cycles that still support an existing user base)
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related degree or formal training in a related field

What You'll Love About Us

• A Great Company Culture that has been recognized by multiple organizations like Inc, and Salt Lake Tribune
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance 
• Generous leave policies that include 4 weeks of vacation, 12 company holidays, parental leave, and volunteer time off so you can enjoy quality of life
• 401k plans with up to 6% company match
• $2000 Paid-Paid Vacation bonus
• EAP through Headspace
• Check out all our benefits that benefit you