Software Engineering Manager

Crossover specialize in finding, testing, assembling and managing cloud-based Ruby teams. Crossover is currently in 108 different countries and is one of the fastest growing cloud talent marketplaces.

Crossover is looking for Software Engineering Managers who demonstrate outstanding managerial skills as well as the technical background to deeply understand the code their teams are developing.

You will be expected to demonstrate both a mastery of the technical skills associated with the projects at hand, as well as the managerial ability to motivate, build, and monitor your team. Specifically, you will be responsible for overseeing from 4 to 6 teams of 3 to 4 individuals. You will own the process of breaking specifications created by the product management team into clear tasks and timelines, as well as assembling the results into high value, reusable components. Under your leadership, we expect to see consistent improvement in both static code quality metrics and weekly production.

* Ruthless commitment to impeccable code quality * Deep understanding of a wide range of the latest technologies and architectural approaches * Advanced proficiency in one or more core programming languages (Java or C# or Ruby or PHP), related frameworks, and best practices * The ability to make appropriate technical decisions, review design and code, and ensure best technical practices * Commitment to hands-on engagement as an individual within the team, despite managerial status * Willingness to embrace iterative development as the means for building seamless products * Perfectionism: knowing how a job should be done and not stop until it’s done correctly * Exceptional ability to effectively motivate and manage teams of individuals * Commitment to increasing efficiency in the workplace by continuously automating parts of the software engineering process * Excellent remote management skills (you will be using Skype, GoToMeeting, Google Docs, etc.) **Required Skills and Experience:** * A successful Software Engineering Manager at Crossover will demonstrate the following qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering * Proven managerial skills with at least 5 years of experience managing multiple teams * Experience with Cloud architecture and DevOps * At least 5 years of experience in hands-on Java and/or .NET programming and/or Ruby and/ or PHP * Proficiency in Agile, SDLC, or SLA * Proficiency in AWS and TDD is desired but not mandatory * Outstanding English communication skills