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Senior Manager of Software Engineering Consulting

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We’re hiring a Senior Manager of Product Engineering!

Employment type: Full-time/Direct Hire only

Location: Atlanta, GA, New York, NY, Washington, DC, Richmond, VA, Metro areas

Location Type: Hybrid - 1 to 2 days per week onsite - Home Office/Local Ippon office

About Ippon:

The Ippon story started in 2002 in Paris, France - cue in the accordion. Our founder and CEO Stéphane Nomis used his unique experience as an international Judo champion to create a culture based on the sports values of ambition and excellence. Our USA Headquarters office is located in Richmond, VA, with additional offices in New York, NY, Washington DC, and Atlanta, GA. We are a technology consulting firm that specializes in helping accelerate our client’s digital roadmap in the areas of Product Management, Cloud, Data, and Software Engineering.

About the position:

The Senior Manager of our Product Engineering Practice will be responsible for owning and driving the growth of skills and competencies within the practice while ensuring delivery excellence across all engagements. This role will have Technical Managers reporting into it and will be key to the success of our managers by developing their people management skills and will play a critical leadership role in developing talent, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and experimentation, and implementing best practices for continuous improvement within the practice. The Senior manager will also be expected to deliver leadership on client engagements, provide thought leadership, market intelligence, and participate in all levels of the business development process including pre-sales, proposals, SOW creation etc.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Project Delivery & Pre-Sales:

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet quality standards.
Serve as a consultant to our clients and deliver high-quality software engineering solutions for their needs
Maintain visibility across all engagements, proactively addressing risks and challenges.
Work closely with project leads to drive consistency in best practices and delivery methodologies.
Work closely with client success to implement and refine processes to continuously showcase and improve our customer-facing impact and support delivery.
Assist account teams with strategic account growth by identifying new opportunities within existing client portfolios.
Assist account executives with pre-sales efforts and solution designs to help expand the client portfolio.

Practice Leadership:

Mentor and develop managers, ensuring strong leadership at all levels.
Coach team members on effective management and leadership strategies.
Conduct performance reviews and track career development goals to ensure team growth and retention.
Identify promotion eligibility and create structured development pathways for consultants.
Aid hiring efforts to attract top talent and build a high-performing, diverse team.
Foster a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and continuous learning within the practice.
Encourage a knowledge-sharing culture through internal workshops, learning sessions, and mentorship.

Competencies we are looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience.
8+ years of professional experience in a technical Software Engineering role utilizing technologies such as Java, Golang, and/or Python.
3+ years leading teams and/or in a technical manager role.
2+ years of technology consulting experience.
3+ years working with AWS tools.
2+ years of database experience with Snowflake, Redshift, Databricks, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
Proven track record of growing and leading teams within a consulting or technology environment.
Strong background in hiring, coaching, and talent development.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in interpersonal and written formats.
Familiarity with agile development best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience leading multi-team delivery programs and optimizing team performance.
Familiarity with business development, sales support, and proposal writing.
Understanding of small organizational management practices, including operational KPIs and financial metrics.
Experience managing managers.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level engagement.
Ability to drive change and growth while maintaining a strong team culture.

What we offer:

Competitive salary – Great starting salaries for well-qualified candidates
Generous Paid Time Off policy - Ippon offers flexible time off to help you be your best
Health, dental, and vision insurance – We are dedicated to helping our employees live healthier lives through comprehensive health programs
401k with company match - Ippon offers an industry-leading 401(k) matching plan
Family Leave - We support the importance of family and offer maternity, paternity, and family medical leave plans
A fun, smart, and healthy work environment, focused on our values and teamwork

$160,000 - $180,000 a year

We value the diversity and different perspectives each of our employees bring to Ippon Technologies.

Ippon Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Visit us on LinkedIn or at https://ipponusa.com/ to learn more.

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What You Should Know About Senior Manager of Software Engineering Consulting, Ippon Technologies

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping extraordinary software engineering solutions? Join Ippon as a Senior Manager of Software Engineering Consulting! In this pivotal role, you’ll be driving the growth of our Product Engineering Practice while ensuring that every project not only meets but exceeds our high standards for delivery excellence. With a rich heritage that began in Paris in 2002, Ippon is all about fostering a culture of ambition and excellence, inspired by the spirit of judo. Based in locations like Atlanta, New York, Washington DC, and Richmond, you’ll work in a hybrid model, allowing flexibility with one or two days onsite each week. As a Senior Manager, you’ll mentor Technical Managers, develop people management skills, and lead client engagements that influence our market strategies. You will work collaboratively with project teams to tackle challenges head-on while implementing best practices that promote learning and innovation. If you have at least eight years of experience in software engineering, a passion for talent development, and a knack for cultivating relationships, we want to hear from you! With competitive pay and an environment that encourages teamwork and personal growth, this is an incredible opportunity to enhance your career and lead a talented team at Ippon.

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What are the responsibilities of a Senior Manager of Software Engineering Consulting at Ippon?

As a Senior Manager of Software Engineering Consulting at Ippon, your primary responsibilities will include driving the growth of the Product Engineering Practice, ensuring timely project delivery, mentoring technical managers, and leading client engagements. You'll also be involved in pre-sales activities, proposal creation, and implementation of best practices aimed at continuous improvement.