Manager, Software Engineering - Remote

Overview

The Software Engineering Manager will lead the development of innovative tools and workflows for CNN's Content Management System (CMS), overseeing teams to enhance the editing experience and deliver high-quality software.

In Short

• Lead two teams of software engineers.
• Manage technical direction and career development for team members.
• Contribute to code and architecture reviews.
• Facilitate team ceremonies and meetings.
• Engage in technical planning and status discussions.
• Work with modern JavaScript technologies.
• Experience with AWS services and infrastructure as code.
• Promote coding best practices and high-quality software delivery.
• Mentor and grow engineering talent.
• Champion inclusion and diversity within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years of experience managing engineering teams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in hiring and onboarding.
• Proficiency in modern development technologies.
• Deep understanding of software data structures and algorithms.
• Experience optimizing code for performance.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms is a plus.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Datadog is preferred.
• Excitement to learn and lead challenges.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Employee wellness program.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Annual bonuses and incentives.
• Support for career growth and development.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Access to a portfolio of iconic content and brands.
• Opportunity to work in a global media and entertainment company.