Software Engineering Manager

FORVIS, LLP
Springfield, MO, United States
7 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$111,300.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology JIRA Microsoft Azure Business Software Cloud Computing Code Review Databases Continuous Integration Relational Databases DevOps Revision Control Systems Web Servers
+16 more
Microsoft SQL Server Object-Oriented Software Development Service-Oriented Architecture Software Construction Software Engineering Web Applications Data Logging Load Balancing Caching Reliability of Systems Technical Debt Information Technology Deployment Automation Atlassian Tools Data Analytics Tools for Reporting

Job description

The Software Engineering Manager leads one or more software development teams responsible for delivering and supporting multiple software products across the Firm Technology Services (FTS) organization. This role provides people leadership, delivery oversight, and technical governance while enabling teams to operate effectively within Agile, DevOps, and Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices. Working closely with Product Line Managers, Project Managers, Enterprise Architects, and Engineering leaders, this individual helps ensure high-quality software is delivered reliably, securely, and at a sustainable pace. What You Will Do:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop software engineers and technical leads through coaching, performance management, and career development planning
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence
  • Provide oversight for software delivery across one or more product teams while promoting Agile best practices
  • Participate in project planning, estimation, risk identification, and delivery planning activities
  • Monitor team performance and delivery metrics through Jira and other Agile reporting tools
  • Ensure teams deliver software predictably, efficiently, and with high quality
  • Promote sustainable team velocity and timely completion of development initiatives
  • Ensure adherence to SSDLC, DevOps, CI/CD, testing, code review, and security standards
  • Oversee remediation of technical, operational, and security risks impacting software products
  • Participate in architecture and technical design discussions to support scalable, maintainable, reliable, and secure solutions
  • Drive identification and prioritization of technical debt reduction initiatives
  • Champion operational excellence through monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability practices
  • Support production issue management, incident response, and continuous improvement of system reliability
  • Partner with Product Managers, Technical Product Owners, Lead Developers, and Project Managers to align priorities and delivery expectations
  • Communicate critical risks, dependencies, and resource needs to technology leadership

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years of professional software development experience
  • 3+ years of experience leading Agile software development teams
  • Experience developing and supporting enterprise web applications
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles, software engineering best practices, and modern development methodologies
  • Experience with Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC), DevOps, CI/CD, and Agile delivery practices
  • Experience working with relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server
  • Understanding of cloud-based application development and deployment
  • Experience with source control systems and modern software delivery processes
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, * 10+ years of professional software development experience
  • Experience developing data-driven web applications utilizing Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
  • Knowledge of web-based architecture including web servers, load balancing, caching, databases, and replication
  • Experience supporting cloud-hosted business applications
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud technologies
  • Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira
  • Familiarity with DevOps engineering practices and deployment automation
  • Knowledge of the public accounting or professional services industry
  • Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing engineering teams while balancing business priorities with technical excellence

Benefits & conditions

Pursuant to Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. Colorado Salary Range: CO Minimum Salary (USD) $ 111,300 CO Maximum Salary (USD) $ 204,000 </details>

<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> New York City Pay Transparency </summary> Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. New York Salary Range: NY Minimum Salary (USD) $ 133,600 NY Maximum Salary (USD) $ 222,600
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> California Pay Transparency </summary> Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of California, the salary range displayed is for the California market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. California Salary Range: CA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 122,400 CA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 222,600
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> California Fair Chance, Pursuant to Maryland’s Wage Range Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the Maryland market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. MD Minimum Salary (USD) $ 111300 MD Maximum Salary (USD) $ 204000
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> Massachusetts Wage Transparency, Pursuant to the Massachusetts’ Wage Transparency Act, the salary range displayed is for the Massachusetts market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. MA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 122400 MA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 204000
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> Minnesota Wage Transparency, Pursuant to the Minnesota’s Wage Transparency Act, the salary range displayed is for the Minnesota market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. MN Minimum Salary (USD) $ 111300 MN Maximum Salary (USD) $ 185500
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> Illinois Wage Transparency </summary> Pursuant to Illinois’ Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. IL Minimum Salary (USD) $ 111300 IL Maximum Salary (USD) $ 204000
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> New Jersey Wage Transparency, Pursuant to New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. NJ Minimum Salary (USD) $ 133600 NJ Maximum Salary (USD) $ 222600
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> Virginia Wage Transparency, Pursuant to Virginia’s Equal Pay Law, the salary range displayed is for the Virginia market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. VA Minimum Salary ( USD) $ 111300 VA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 185500
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> Vermont Wage Transparency, Pursuant to Vermont Act 155, the salary range displayed is for the Vermont market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. VT Minimum Salary (USD) $ 10020 VT Maximum Salary (USD) $ 185500
<summary class="article__header js_collapsible__header " aria-label="Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility"> Washington Wage Transparency </summary> Pursuant to Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, the salary range displayed is for the Washington market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits such as medical, dental, vision, tax-savings plans, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, holidays, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs. WA Minimum Salary (USD) $ 122400 WA Maximum Salary (USD) $ 222600

About the company

About Forvis Mazars, LLP Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally. With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we’re building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive. What We Offer Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers. Legal Notice Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications. It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider any unsolicited referrals, resumes or CVs from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or recruiting agency unless such recruiter or recruiting agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume(s) or CV(s) submitted to anyone working for Forvis Mazars, LLP, or submitted to a Forvis Mazars, LLP general email, without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place, will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.

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