Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Platform Systems) - Canada
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for experienced software engineering managers continues to rise, with a notable 25% increase in remote job postings in the last year, NerdWallet's commitment to innovation and employee growth sets them apart. With over 8 years of relevant experience and a strong background in leading engineering teams, candidates can leverage their skills in software development, agile methodologies, and technical expertise to drive impact. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the company's emphasis on collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning, as well as the requirements for proven experience in delivering production software and leading large-scale content management systems.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Manager, Software Engineering, will play a pivotal role in leading the platform systems team at NerdWallet, focusing on the modernization of legacy services into scalable and reliable systems. This involves driving the vision of a decoupled, flexible platform that enables faster publishing, stronger observability, and future growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, experience in software development, and a proven track record of leading high-performing engineering teams.The platform systems team is responsible for building and operating the foundational systems that power NerdWallet's consumer experience, including the centralized product data platform, partner ingestion pipelines, publishing and click-tracking infrastructure, GraphQL gateway operations, and the high-traffic, headless WordPress CMS. These platforms ensure accurate, compliant, and high-performance product and content experiences across web and mobile for millions of users.
The Senior Manager, Software Engineering, will report to the Director, Engineering, and will be accountable for technical quality, team health, and day-to-day execution, including mentoring and developing engineers, making thoughtful technical decisions, and balancing near-term delivery with long-term maintainability, compliance, and reliability.
What You Will Do
- Lead, coach, and develop an engineering team responsible for NerdWallet's platform systems, including the Content Platform, CMS, and Product Data Platform
- Partner with Product Managers and other cross-functional stakeholders to plan, prioritize, and execute against the product roadmap
- Drive consistent execution of software development best practices, including code quality, testing, documentation, and operational excellence
- Contribute to and guide technical and architectural decisions, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and compliant with regulatory requirements
- Balance platform evolution with stability for high-traffic, mission-critical systems
- Manage sprint planning, project timelines, and delivery commitments, ensuring predictable and high-quality execution
- Identify technical risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges, escalating and addressing them proactively
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and psychological safety
- Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development for engineers at varying levels
- Ensure systems owned by the team meet availability, performance, and security standards
What We Are Looking For
- 8+ years of relevant software engineering experience
- 5+ years of experience as the people manager of an engineering team
- Proven experience delivering production software in a complex, fast-paced environment within FinTech or regulated industries
- Proven success owning and leading large-scale content management systems and headless architectures
- Proven success leading large-scale backend systems
- Strong understanding of the software development life cycle, agile methodologies, and modern engineering practices
- Solid technical foundation with experience designing and building scalable, reliable, and secure systems
- Proficient in either PHP or Python, GraphQL, SQL, and TypeScript
- Working knowledge of software development tools and methodologies
Nice to Have
- Experience with Excel for data analysis and reporting
- Knowledge of cloud-based platforms and infrastructure
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools
- Certification in software engineering or a related field
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and contribute to the growth and development of NerdWallet's platform systems
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Access to the latest tools and technologies
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Generous paid time off and vacation policy
How to Stand Out
- Ensure your resume and online profiles highlight your experience in software engineering, team management, and technical expertise.
- Develop a portfolio that showcases your accomplishments in leading engineering teams and driving the modernization of legacy services.
- Prepare to discuss your experience with agile methodologies, software development life cycles, and technical decision-making.
- Research NerdWallet's company culture and values to demonstrate your understanding of the company's mission and vision.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience in delivering production software, leading large-scale content management systems, and driving technical innovation.
- Familiarize yourself with the company's technology stack and be ready to discuss how you can contribute to the growth and development of the platform systems.
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