Sr. Software Engineering Manager

MAXIMUS • Saint Paul, MN • 2h ago

Join our team as a Senior Manager of Software Engineering to lead a high performing team in delivering innovative IT applications. In this strategic leadership role, you'll guide a talented team of software engineers across multiple projects, driving excellence in application design, development, and integration. You'll collaborate closely with delivery and product managers to ensure high-quality, scalable solutions that meet business needs.

If you're passionate about building strong engineering teams, improving software lifecycle efficiency, and making a meaningful impact in the Medicaid technology space, we want to hear from you.

This is a fully remote position with 10% travel.

Why Maximus?

Competitive Compensation - Quarterly bonuses based on performance included!

️ Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.

Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.

️ Paid Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and sick leave, along with Short and Long Term Disability coverage.

Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.

Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.

Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.

Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.

Professional Development Opportunities- Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide strategic direction and guidance to the software engineers within the IT Applications Development team in support of application design, software development, and software integration.

Define the key priorities in pursuit of the vision and goals associated with the Software Engineering practice.

Ensure Software Engineering staff are following best practices around application design, software development, and software integration throughout the system development lifecycle.

Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including; hiring, performance management, and termination.

Provide leadership and direction to staff for completeness of application design, software engineering, and software integration.

Work toward the improvement of the software life cycle time by increasing the quality of requirements and reducing the amount of time spent in the application design, development, and integration phases.

Manage the Software Engineering staff as a shared service to support multiple projects.

Ensure that the Software Engineers have the appropriate tools, skills, and training to support the project needs.

Manage geographically distributed staff to maximize staff utilization.

Work closely with delivery managers and product managers to support product delivery and enhancements.

Drive all aspects of engineering recruiting including but not limited to; attracting great talent and retaining a highly skilled, proficient engineering team.

'-Manages competing priorities with tight deadlines.

Manages and aligns various work styles among business and technical team members.

Distills complex project details into digestible updates for various levels of stakeholders, including executives.

Creates and uses tools including dashboards, Gantt charts, metrics, and/or KPIs to present status data visually.

Ensures accuracy in reporting timelines, metrics, scope, and deliverables.

Demonstrates experience in establishing and maintaining requirements traceability throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignment between business needs,

technical specifications, and deliverables.

Adept at analyzing and communicating factors behind the project's progress or delays.

Demonstrates ability to anticipate, evaluate, and communicate downstream implications of decisions, changes, or events across projects and stakeholders.

Maintains thorough documentation of decisions to ensure transparency and facilitate cross-functional awareness.

Demonstrates strong client engagement skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, build trust, and manage expectations.

Maintains a solution-oriented approach when working with demanding stakeholders or team members, fostering respectful dialogue and mutual understanding.

Commits to thorough planning, execution, and follow-through, avoiding shortcuts that could compromise quality, timelines, or stakeholder trust.

Prioritizes long-term project outcomes over expedient solutions, ensuring decisions are aligned with strategic goals and delivery excellence.

Maintains integrity and transparency in reporting project metrics, ensuring data is accurate, objective, and free from manipulation.

Exhibits strong interpersonal skills, making it easy for colleagues to engage, collaborate, and resolve issues effectively.

Utilizes data-driven metrics to provide objective insights into project status, enabling informed decision-making and proactive issue resolution.

Minimum Requirements

'- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

'- Project management planning experience (1-3 years) required

Technical Medicaid experience (3-5 years) required

Maintenance & Operation (M&O) experience required

Technical leadership experience required

Continuing process improvement experience preferred

Managing cross functional teams preferred

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Minimum Salary

$120,000

Maximum Salary

$200,000

Management & Administrative

Job Objectives Maximizes sales and brand awareness by providing exceptional customer care to all customers in a friendly, efficient, and professional manner; gives impartial, personalized, expertise and advice regardless...

2d ago

Go to Apply

State Program Administrator Manager - Data Practices Officer

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

Working Title: Data Practices Officer Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Agency: Teachers Retirement Association Job ID : 97746 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Customer Service

Hy-Vee Food Stores • Oakdale, MN • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

Oakdale, 10th St North, Oakdale, MN Part time R257546 Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Customer Service

Hy-Vee Food Stores • Oakdale, MN • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

Oakdale, 10th St North, Oakdale, MN Full time R257547 Additional Considerations (if any): Night & Weekend Shifts Required - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Account Manager (NYC)

The Hertz Corporation • Saint Paul, MN • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

The Day in Life: The Corporate Sales Account Manager is responsible for being customer-driven and growth-oriented, driving business growth, and capitalizing on opportunities that result in increased revenue within the co...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Homelessness, Housing and Support Services Administration Grants Specialist - Grants Specialist Senior

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

Working Title: Homelessness, Housing and Support Services Administration Grants Specialist Job Class: Grants Specialist Senior Agency: Human Services Dept Job ID : 97803 Location : St. Paul Telework Eligible : Yes Full/P...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)