Senior Manager, Technology Management - Software Engineering

As a Senior Manager, Technology Management - Software Engineering at Fidelity Charitable, your primary responsibilities will include managing a team of engineering associates, overseeing the technical ownership of a portfolio of applications, and ensuring the delivery of cloud-based technology solutions that align with the legal and compliance needs of the organization. You will work closely with various stakeholders to promote strategic technology initiatives and foster a high-performing engineering culture.

To qualify for the Senior Manager, Technology Management - Software Engineering position at Fidelity Charitable, you should possess over 5 years of hands-on software engineering experience, particularly in Java, Spring Boot, and full-stack development. Additionally, at least 2-3 years in a people management role with strong leadership skills is essential. Familiarity with AWS and agile methodologies will also enhance your candidacy.

Fidelity Charitable is committed to continuous learning and development for its employees, especially for Senior Managers in Technology Management. In this role, you will be encouraged to mentor your engineering team, share insights, and engage in professional development opportunities. The company promotes a culture of engineering excellence and offers resources for skill enhancement and personal growth within the tech community.

Senior Managers in Technology Management at Fidelity Charitable play a vital role in shaping the organization’s technological landscape. By leading engineering teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions, these leaders ensure that the applications meet both functional and performance requirements. Your strategic direction will directly influence customer satisfaction and the effectiveness of philanthropic efforts supported by technology.

The work environment for a Senior Manager, Technology Management - Software Engineering at Fidelity Charitable is a hybrid model that balances onsite collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. This approach fosters a culture of teamwork while also allowing for personal productivity. You’ll often work closely with diverse teams to drive innovation and achieve strategic objectives.

When answering this question, elaborate on specific projects where you utilized Java and Spring Boot, highlighting your role in those projects. Discuss any challenges faced and how you leveraged these technologies to create effective solutions.

In your answer, describe your approach to task prioritization, such as the methods or tools you use to ensure that the most critical assignments are handled first. Emphasize the importance of clear communication and setting expectations within your team.

Discuss specific strategies like regular team retrospectives, feedback sessions, or training opportunities that you have implemented in your past roles. Highlight how these strategies contributed to team performance and employee satisfaction.

When answering, focus on your style of mentorship, whether it’s hands-on guidance, facilitating learning opportunities, or creating an open-door environment for questions. Provide examples of successful mentorship moments in your career.

Outline your methods for engaging with product owners and business stakeholders to understand their needs. Explain your processes for translating these needs into actionable technology initiatives, emphasizing collaboration and communication.

Provide detailed insights into your experience with AWS, mentioning specific services you've used, projects you've implemented, and the impact these technologies had on previous projects. Be sure to connect this experience back to the responsibilities of the role.

Share your understanding of agile principles and how you've implemented them in your past roles to improve team efficiency and delivery quality. Mention specific frameworks you are familiar with and their outcomes.

Discuss the metrics you use to evaluate performance, ranging from technical deliverables to team engagement and satisfaction. Emphasize the importance of these measures in driving ongoing improvements.

Detail your experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment practices, including any tools you’ve used. Describe how these practices improved collaboration and delivery speed within your team.

Express your enthusiasm for Fidelity Charitable’s mission and how it aligns with your professional values. Highlight what draws you to the company’s culture and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in the community.