Manager, Software Engineering

Arc'teryx Equipment · North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:As the Engineering Manager at Arc'teryx, you will be for leading and managing a team of software developers and leads in the development and maintenance of our web and mobile platforms. In this role, you will use your advanced technical skills and expertise in web development to guide the team and ensure that projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard. You will also play a key role in the technology strategy across the end-to-end headless systems that deliver our e-commerce guest experience via web and mobile platforms, ranging from our front-end user experience to our middleware and backend integrations with our ERP. Additionally, you will be an integral part of the technology strategy for Arc'teryx digital properties, contributing your insights and expertise to guide the direction of our web and mobile platforms. Overall, your technical leadership and mentorship will be crucial in driving the success of our digital properties.This role is primarily based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid remote work. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Meet your future team:You will have the opportunity to join a dynamic and talented team of web application developers at Arc'teryx. Our team has a diverse range of skill sets and works collaboratively in cross-functional agile squads to develop and deploy new features, fix bugs, and create an exceptional e-commerce experience for our guests. We are passionate about what we do and are always looking for ways to improve and innovate. We believe that diversity of thought and experience is key to our success and are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.If you were the Engineering Manager now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:Providing direction and coaching to the web and mobile development teams in all phases of the project life cycleAttracting, retaining, and developing top talent to build a world-class software engineering/ web development team, developing career pathways for your team members and help them grow through coaching, mentoring, goal setting and ongoing assessmentInspiring each team members’ creativity and problem-solving abilitiesDeveloping functional specifications and designs for future focused complex applications or modifying/maintaining complex existing applicationsConsistently reviewing the designs and code of team members, often in collaboration with software engineering managers, colleagues and architectsHelping design, code, debug and test unit test solutions as requiredPartnering with product management and software engineering managers to define a multi-year vision, strategy, and technical product roadmap and backlog to support the continued growth of e-commerce and mobile technologiesExecuting code analysis, requirements analysis, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, and software reliability analysisRemaining committed to a service-oriented design and analysisConducting regular unit testing and quality assuranceExecuting performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automationWorking to support, maintain and document new and existing solutionsContinuing to identify and evaluate new technologies for implementationActing as a technical escalation point for the web developers or architects on teams Ensuring the team are knowledgeable and available to provide application support for software running in production 365/24/7; and joining the team in handling incidents that require escalationCollaborating and contributing to the continuous improvement of Arc’teryx SDLC, Project and other methodologyRemaining up to speed with new developments of web and mobile capabilitiesWorking with project managers and program managers on project resourcing by ensuring developers are available at the right time, with the right skill setChecking in with project managers and technical leaders to ensure team performance and direction is on track to achieve project goals to scope, time and budgetHere are some of the things you could be working on in the future:Contributing to and owning technical design decisions that positively impact the software architecture of the Arc’teryx e-commerce and web application platformBuilding and delivering maintainable, high-quality software to support the growth and maintenance of a best-in-class e-commerce experienceImplementing best in class developer experiences through team building events, knowledge sharing sessions, and other initiativesContributing to our Engineering Guild and helping raise the technical bar at Arc’teryxAre you our next Engineering Manager?You have 5+ years’ experience leading front end and back-end developersYou have 5+ years’ development experience in an Agile/Scrum environmentYou have 7+ years’ experience Full Stack web developmentYou have 3+ years’ experience mobile application developmentYou have strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skillsYou have strong written and spoken EnglishYou have advanced knowledge of front-end web technologies (Javascript, React, NextJS, HTML, CSS, etc.)You have knowledge and experience with back-end web technologies (Node, PHP, etc.), ERP systems and integrations, and database technologies (MSSQL, MySQL)You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutionsYou remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguityYou are able to balance autonomy and collaborationYou inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvementYou seek the best (but sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is rightYour passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living itYou have experience with Jira or similar scrum toolsYou have experience with Git or other source control toolsYou have experience with CDN implementation and managementYou have experience with Content Management Systems and Information ArchitectureYou have strong knowledge of web and mobile infrastructureCompensation:The salary range for this role is CAD$108,000 - CAD$142,000 Total RewardsMost new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team. In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life: Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).  *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role. Equal Opportunity Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate. All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values. Leave it BetterWe believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way. Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world. Live it. 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