Software Engineering Manager

About Us: Comfrt is one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer brands, dedicated to blending mental wellness, inclusivity, and elevated comfort into every piece we create. Our mission goes beyond clothing — we strive to build a community where everyone feels supported and seen. About the Job: The Software Engineering Manager at Comfrt will lead and grow a team of engineers building the high-quality, scalable systems that power our direct-to-consumer experience, as well as internal tools used by teams and departments across the company. You will balance hands-on technical leadership with people management, partnering closely with product, design, and data teams to deliver reliable, performant features that delight our community. This is a role for someone who is passionate about developing engineers, driving engineering excellence, and translating business goals into clear technical roadmaps. Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement Set technical direction and drive the architecture, design, and delivery of scalable, reliable systems powering the Comfrt eCommerce experience Partner with product, design, and data teams to define roadmaps, scope projects, and translate business goals into clear engineering plans Manage team execution, including sprint planning, prioritization, and on-time delivery of high-quality features Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning to support each engineer’s growth Establish and uphold engineering best practices for code quality, testing, code review, documentation, and observability Own technical hiring for the team, from sourcing and interviewing to onboarding new engineers Drive operational excellence by improving system performance, reliability, and incident response processes Remove blockers and shield the team from distractions while keeping stakeholders informed of progress and risks Balance hands-on technical contributions with leadership responsibilities, staying close to the codebase and key technical decisions Requirements: 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a people management or team lead role Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and growing high-performing engineering teams Strong technical foundation with hands-on experience building and scaling web and backend systems Experience with modern web technologies and architectures in a high-traffic eCommerce or direct-to-consumer environments Solid understanding of software architecture, system design, APIs, and cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, GCP) Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time while managing competing priorities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering across product, design, and data Experience establishing engineering best practices, including code review, testing, CI/CD, and observability Familiarity with agile development methodologies and modern team workflows Strong people leadership skills, including coaching, performance management, and career development Experience hiring and building diverse, inclusive engineering teams A bias toward action, ownership, and continuous improvement Experience collaborating closely with QA engineers to define test strategies, triage issues, and ensure quality across the release cycle Experience partnering with UI/UX designers to translate product designs into polished, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces Why Join Comfrt? Be part of a purpose-driven company that’s shaping the future of comfort and mental wellness. Work in a supportive, creative environment where your ideas and growth are valued. Enjoy Comfrt benefits such as generous paid time off, company-covered health insurance, 5% 401k match, and discounts on all Comfrt products! Join a passionate team making an impact on exciting projects, all while enjoying the flexibility and collaborative support of a fully remote environment. Comfort is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.