Software Engineering Technical Manager
Remote
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
At InsCipher, our commitment to our customers is what drives us.
Ours is a culture of innovation and progress. We are a creative team of doers constantly striving to develop value-driven products and services for our customers.
Our ultimate goal is to become the trusted authority and leading partner for state departments of insurance, surplus lines associations, and brokers nationwide. We’re achieving that goal by enhancing every facet of our customers reporting and tax filings through education and innovative, streamlined compliance solutions.
We’re growing fast and want you to be a part of it!
We are seeking a talented and driven Software Engineering Technical Manager to join our team. This remote leadership role is responsible for managing multiple distributed engineering teams while contributing directly to the design, architecture, and implementation of core systems. You will serve as the primary technical liaison to the Product team, translating business needs into technical direction, mentoring engineers, and ensuring systems are scalable, reliable, and maintainable.
Key Responsibilities
At InsCipher, you'll join a team of disruptors, innovators, and forward-thinkers. We're not just changing the game; we're creating a new one. We offer a dynamic, inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions lead to real change. With us, you'll have the opportunity to:
We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
If you need accommodation, please let us know during the interview process.
Ours is a culture of innovation and progress. We are a creative team of doers constantly striving to develop value-driven products and services for our customers.
Our ultimate goal is to become the trusted authority and leading partner for state departments of insurance, surplus lines associations, and brokers nationwide. We’re achieving that goal by enhancing every facet of our customers reporting and tax filings through education and innovative, streamlined compliance solutions.
We’re growing fast and want you to be a part of it!
We are seeking a talented and driven Software Engineering Technical Manager to join our team. This remote leadership role is responsible for managing multiple distributed engineering teams while contributing directly to the design, architecture, and implementation of core systems. You will serve as the primary technical liaison to the Product team, translating business needs into technical direction, mentoring engineers, and ensuring systems are scalable, reliable, and maintainable.
Key Responsibilities
- Align engineering OKRs and KPIs with company objectives, driving execution through clear communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Partner with the Product team to translate business needs into actionable technical direction and well-defined engineering priorities
- Mentor team leads and engineers, conduct performance reviews, and foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Lead the design and architecture of core systems and complex integrations (e.g., HubSpot, AMS360), ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability
- Contribute directly to implementation efforts, conduct code reviews, and guide engineering practices to uphold high-quality standards
- Leverage AI tools and automation frameworks to enhance development workflows, improve code quality, and accelerate delivery cycles across distributed teams
- Partner with TechOps to optimize DevOps pipelines, strengthen security protocols, and maintain AWS infrastructure reliability
- Collaborate with QA teams to define testing strategies, implement automation, and ensure continuous quality throughout the development lifecycle
- Required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with strong coding and architectural design skills
- 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership or engineering management role
- Proven success leading distributed or international engineering teams
- Demonstrated experience scaling complex systems in high-growth environments
- Strong technical foundation across our core stack:
- Backend: PHP, Node, Symfony, MySQL
- Frontend: React, TypeScript
- Infrastructure: AWS Core, SQS/SNS or RabbitMQ
- DevOps: Docker or EKS, Terraform or AWS CDK, BitBucket or Jenkins
- Experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) to improve workflow efficiency, automate tasks, and support smarter decision-making
- Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills, particularly in cross-functional, distributed environments
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and modern software development best practices
- Health, dental, and vision plans
- Amazing work-life balance with 4 weeks of Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Company Holidays with 2 floating holidays
- 401K Programs with employer match
- Personal assistance programs for support in a healthy personal and work life
At InsCipher, you'll join a team of disruptors, innovators, and forward-thinkers. We're not just changing the game; we're creating a new one. We offer a dynamic, inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions lead to real change. With us, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Work on cutting-edge projects that are reshaping an industry
- Collaborate with a team of passionate, like-minded professionals
- Enjoy a culture that values flexibility, innovation, and personal growth
We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
If you need accommodation, please let us know during the interview process.
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