Software Engineering Manager (Data Platforms)

Job Description This is a remote position. Remote (Canada-based preferred) We are building a modern data platform that helps professional services organizations better understand and operate their businesses through intelligent, scalable technology. This role sits at the intersection of engineering leadership and hands-on technical contribution, focused on delivering high-impact data and analytics capabilities. What you’ll be doing You will lead a distributed engineering team responsible for designing and delivering a cloud-based data platform. This includes ownership of both people leadership and technical direction. Lead, hire, and develop a team of engineers across multiple regions, fostering strong collaboration and accountability Guide the architecture and development of scalable data systems, including pipelines, storage layers, and analytics tooling Work closely with product leadership to align technical execution with evolving business priorities Drive delivery planning, including sprint cycles, estimation, and release coordination Oversee vendor relationships related to tooling, consulting, or external development support Define and execute a forward-looking data strategy, including platform evolution and product integration Contribute technically through design reviews, code reviews, and hands-on problem solving when needed Ensure high standards for security, performance, and reliability in collaboration with internal security teams Establish and track engineering metrics tied to quality, velocity, and system reliability Requirements You are both a technical leader and an experienced people manager, comfortable operating in fast-moving environments. 10+ years in software or data engineering roles, including 7+ years leading teams Strong background in data architecture, data modeling, and large-scale data systems Experience building or managing cloud-native platforms (AWS or Azure) Deep familiarity with data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes, and analytics ecosystems Hands-on programming experience in modern development environments (object-oriented or functional languages) Experience with distributed version control systems and collaborative development workflows Knowledge of business intelligence architectures and data visualization tools Exposure to platforms such as Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, or similar analytics stacks Experience delivering SaaS products with strong scalability and performance requirements Leadership profile Clear communicator with strong organizational and prioritization skills Comfortable leading remote teams across time zones Takes ownership and operates with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset Experienced in Agile development environments Able to influence stakeholders and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams Nice to have Cloud or data-related certifications (e.g., Azure, Snowflake, or similar) Experience with real-time or near real-time data processing systems Benefits Base salary in the range of CAD $210,000–$220,000 Performance-based incentives may apply Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) Retirement savings program with employer contribution Flexible time off policy Compensation may vary based on experience, location, and overall fit for the role.