Senior Manager, Software Development 5451
Tier4 Group · Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Apply & track with Apply EdgeSenior Manager, Software Development 5451 Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid - Cumberland/Galleria area)Compensation: $150,000-$155,000 Base + 10% BonusAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Software Development to lead the engineering team behind a rapidly growing smart access platform serving the self-storage industry.This is a highly visible leadership role for a hands-on manager who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution. You'll lead a team of developers responsible for cloud infrastructure, web applications, mobile applications, and connected IoT products. Success in this role is defined by your ability to align teams, remove roadblocks, drive delivery, and ensure engineering efforts translate into tangible business outcomes.The ideal candidate brings a strong background in cloud-connected software and IoT platforms, has experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, and thrives in a player/coach environment where collaboration, accountability, and execution are paramount.What You'll DoEngineering Leadership & DeliveryLead, coach, and mentor a team of 6 software engineers across backend, web, mobile, and cloud technologiesEstablish a high-performance engineering culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and deliveryDrive execution across multiple product initiatives while ensuring alignment with company objectivesTranslate strategic priorities into actionable engineering plans and measurable outcomesPartner closely with Product, Operations, and Customer Success leaders to prioritize roadmap initiatives and deliver customer valueTechnical LeadershipProvide architectural guidance across cloud infrastructure, mobile applications, web platforms, and connected-device ecosystemsEnsure systems are scalable, secure, reliable, and designed for long-term growthChampion engineering best practices around code quality, testing, observability, CI/CD, and release managementOversee backend development utilizing Go and AWS cloud-native servicesGuide frontend and mobile application development leveraging React, TypeScript, React Native, Swift, and KotlinPlatform & Integration ManagementDrive the evolution of a cloud-connected IoT platform powering access and automation experiencesLead integrations with third-party SaaS platforms, access control systems, and identity providersEnsure secure implementation of authentication, authorization, encryption, device provisioning, and access management practicesCollaborate with external vendors and development partners to successfully execute strategic initiativesRequired Qualifications3+ years of engineering leadership experience managing software development teamsProven success delivering and scaling cloud-connected IoT platformsStrong hands-on experience with Go and AWS cloud infrastructureExperience leading full-stack engineering teams across backend, web, and mobile applicationsExperience with CI/CD pipelines, release management, monitoring, and production operationsDemonstrated ability to drive execution, manage competing priorities, and deliver business outcomes through engineering teamsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience with smart access, connected-device, IoT, prop-tech, or access control platformsExperience integrating with third-party SaaS solutions and identity providers using OAuth and SAMLReact, TypeScript, and React Native expertiseNative mobile development experience with Swift and/or KotlinStrong understanding of application and device security, including RBAC, TLS, encryption, and secure provisioningExperience leading engineering teams responsible for hardware-connected software productsExperience managing third-party development partners and external vendorsWhat Success Looks LikeIn your first year, you will:Build trust and credibility with the engineering teamImprove development velocity and delivery predictabilityHelp scale and enhance our cloud-connected access platformStrengthen engineering processes and operational excellencePartner with business leaders to successfully deliver strategic product initiativesReporting StructureReports To: Engineering Leadership / Executive LeadershipKey PartnershipsProduct ManagementCustomer SuccessOperationsSoftware EngineeringMobile DevelopmentCloud InfrastructureExternal Development PartnersExecutive LeadershipWhy This Opportunity?Lead a mission-critical platform at the intersection of software, cloud, mobile, and IoTMake a direct impact on product strategy and executionManage a talented, collaborative engineering teamJoin a company investing heavily in innovation and platform growthCompetitive compensation package including annual bonus