Manager, Engineering

As the Manager, Engineering at Cohere Health, you’ll lead a high-performing software engineering team, focusing on building and enhancing our software platform. Responsibilities include implementing agile processes, driving product development, and ensuring adherence to software engineering best practices. You’ll also mentor team members, promote a data-driven culture, and collaborate with various departments to enhance the quality of healthcare solutions.

To qualify for the Manager, Engineering position at Cohere Health, candidates should have a minimum of 3 years managing software engineering teams and 6 years in the software development lifecycle. You should have experience with full stack web applications and proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or Groovy, and experience with frontend technologies like React and JavaScript is highly desirable.

Cohere Health is committed to developing early-career talent and promotes a growth-oriented environment. As Manager, Engineering, you will enable team members to work autonomously while fostering mentorship opportunities that prepare individuals for leadership positions, ensuring that everyone can reach their full potential.

Cohere Health prides itself on a culture that values empathy, inclusivity, and collaboration. As part of your role as Manager, Engineering, you’ll help to cultivate an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and where team members feel valued and supported as they work towards making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

The salary range for the Manager, Engineering role at Cohere Health is between $170,000 and $190,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k, and bonuses. This competitive compensation reflects the value we place on attracting and retaining top talent committed to our mission.

When leading a software engineering team, I prioritize building relationships based on trust and respect. I advocate for transparent communication and regular check-ins, encourage a culture of collaboration, and support my team in their individual career goals while keeping the larger business objectives in mind.

My experience with Agile methodologies includes managing sprints, facilitating daily stand-ups, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. I ensure my team adheres to Agile best practices while also adapting processes based on feedback and evolving project needs to optimize team performance.

To ensure high-quality software delivery, I incorporate rigorous testing protocols, encourage peer code reviews, and maintain a strong focus on user experience. I also utilize sprint metrics to identify areas for improvement, ensuring that the software we develop meets the highest standards.

Conflicts within the development team are best handled through open communication and active listening. I encourage team members to voice their concerns in a respectful manner and facilitate discussions that aim to find common ground while keeping our project goals in mind.

Mentoring junior engineers has been a rewarding part of my career. I focus on providing constructive feedback, regular guidance, and setting up pairing sessions where they can learn and develop technical skills alongside more experienced team members.

In a recent project, we faced significant time constraints. I led the team by dividing work into manageable tasks, emphasizing collaboration, and maintaining open lines of communication. Through focused efforts and adapting our approach based on ongoing feedback, we successfully delivered the project on time while adhering to quality standards.

Balancing project demands with team capacity requires constant assessment and strategic planning. I utilize sprint planning sessions and retrospectives to evaluate workload, identifying bottlenecks and reallocating resources as needed to maintain momentum and prevent burnout.

I have extensive experience with Java, Python, and Groovy on the backend, as well as React and JavaScript for frontend development. My comfort with these languages allows me to provide effective technical guidance and make informed decisions about technology choices that align with our project goals.

I am drawn to Cohere Health’s commitment to leveraging technology to advance patient care and improve the healthcare experience. The opportunity to lead a passionate team in an innovative environment aligns with my career aspirations and values, and I believe I can contribute significantly to your mission.

The key to fostering a high-performing engineering culture lies in promoting trust, encouraging continuous learning, and celebrating successes. By creating an environment where team members feel safe to share ideas and take risks, we can drive innovation and achieve outstanding results together.