Software Development Manager

Softmax Data Inc. is headquartered in Vancouver's downtown core. We are a boutique consultancy specializing in developing proprietary software for machine learning, data pipeline, and data analytics. Our client portfolio includes industry leaders such as Clio, MoxiWorks, and DomainTools. We are seeking a leader with a strong technical background to support our Vancouver-based engineering team working on a new product offering (initial release this summer). This role requires the abilities to drive technical excellence, manage workloads, ensure productivity, and foster a collaborative and innovative environment. The Manager works closely with cross-region and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful project execution. Responsibilities Manage and oversee the workload and performance of the engineering team. Run daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives. Provide technical guidance and support to unblock engineers as needed. Ensure high-quality and timely delivery of projects and features. Provide hands on support in feature delivery, bug fixes, and critical development tasks when necessary. Collaborate with Product and Engineering leaders to align priorities and ensure successful execution. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team. Drive team engagement, performance reviews, and professional development of team members. Implement and improve engineering best practices and agile processes. Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation within engineering teams. Qualifications 6 years of experience in software development, preferably including 2 years in a leadership/management role of a team of distributed engineers. Technical background with hands-on programming experience and a degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. 5 years of experience working with Rails and React Ability to provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed. Excellent organizational and leadership skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills with global stakeholders. Experience in the real estate tech or related industries is a plus. Experience in facilitating technical design and planning workshops. Familiarity with creating, documenting, and maintaining requirements in tools like Jira and Confluence. Strong collaboration skills with Product Managers and technical teams Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. We offer a competitive salary (150-180K CAD) and a full list of benefits, including: Work-from-home option Medical/Dental/Vision, including for dependents Life insurance with medical coverage Flexible schedules Paid Time Off Employee Stock Option Plan for all permanent employees