Manager, Software Engineering

Vector Solutions is the leader in providing industry-focused SaaS solutions that connect content and technology. Vector’s unique product set aims at training and learning management, continuing education (CE), compliance, workforce scheduling, safety management, and more.

Our mission is to empower everyday heroes in the public, educational and commercial sectors to make safer, smarter, and better decisions.

As the Manager of Software Engineering, you will be focused on Vector’s product, Scheduling, a comprehensive workforce management system that streamlines employee scheduling and resource management for various sectors like fire departments, EMS agencies, and law enforcement. You will lead a team of talented engineers to design, develop, and deliver cutting-edge software solutions that enhance our educational products. You will be responsible for driving technical excellence, fostering a collaborative team environment, and ensuring that our software meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

What You'll Do:

•  Develop and coach team members to maximize their potential and grow their skills. 
• Support and guide team(s) toward exceptional outcomes and Scrum practices. 
• Provide ongoing, constructive feedback and performance reviews to drive improvement and inspire high performance. 
• Foster a collaborative and cohesive team culture that supports innovation and shared goals 
• Set clear expectations, goals, and priorities for the team, and hold team members accountable. 
• Handle performance issues promptly and fairly, offering support and guidance to resolve problems. 
• Support career pathing and succession planning to retain and grow talent within the team 
• Lead by example – demonstrate strong communication, adaptability and interpersonal skills. 
• Create and track as needed, software engineering processes, practices, and operations.   
• Engages, negotiates, and manages third party vendors contracted for development projects.   
• Partner with and provide direction to contracted resources across various time zones. 
• Engages in hands-on, in-depth analysis, review and design of the software including technical review of source code.   
• Works closely with managers to ensure development meets or exceeds customer requirements.   
• Ensures that all product designs are well documented, communicated and delivered in the expected timeline.  
• Provide sound decision making for software engineering and product development, sensitive to the constraints and needs of the business.   
• Stays current with emerging technology trends in product area and presents to software engineering team for their understanding, specifically AI. 
• Assess staffing needs and recruit staff using methods such as newspaper advertisements or attendance at job fairs.   
• Recruits, trains, schedules and evaluates subordinates according to established procedures.   
• Additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.  

• Experience with the following: MySQL, PostGres, PHP, .NET ,Angular, React and Microservices.  
• Experience with AWS services is a plus.   
• 6+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.   
• Capable of communicating with technical and non-technical people.   
• Strong team player with the ability to train, tutor and lead.   
• Strong leadership and presentation skills.   
• Strong technical and analytical skills.   
• Detail oriented, highly motivated independent worker who works well in a cross-functional team environment.   
• Ability to thrive under pressure   
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.   
• Excellent time management, goal setting and prioritization capability.   
• Specific knowledge/experience may be required based on sector.   
• Continual development of the Vector Leadership Competencies.   

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Friendly, open, and casual work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month after hire
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements and generous time off
• Generous referral incentive program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Pet Insurance
• OnePass Gym/Wellness Discount Program
• Calm Health-Employee Membership
• Company social events
• Employee Resource Groups
• Philanthropic opportunities

What We Value:

• Teamwork - Above all, we’re a team. We give and value feedback. We support each other, respect each other and work together to accomplish our common goals and serve our customers. Once we make decisions, we align behind them as a team. 
• Customers First - Our customers’ success is our success. They are why we are here. We work to earn the trust of our customers and always deliver on our commitments. 
• Make a Difference - It’s not a job, it’s a calling. We have passion for our mission, for our customers, for our work, and for sharing a fulfilling experience with our fellow team members. 
• Inclusiveness - Uniqueness is powerful. We support an environment of respect, belonging, and community that promotes a variety of perspectives and crucial conversations, leading to better outcomes. 
• Act Now - We act with urgency. The best time to get something important done is now. We don’t wait and let perfection be the enemy of good. 
• Curiosity - We love a good challenge. We’re scrappy, we stretch ourselves to be the best, ask questions, learn from our mistakes, and are dedicated to continually improving and growing. 
• Ownership - We own the outcome and don’t pass the buck. The score matters. We hold ourselves and each other accountable. We treat company resources like they are our own. 

Vector Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.