Manager, Software Engineering, Client Portal

We are seeking an innovative, forward thinking Manager to spearhead the launch and ongoing development of our Client Portal.  This role is not just about managing a product; it’s about shaping the future of client engagement in investment management.  The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of the investment management industry, an empathetic grasp of investor challenges and interests, and a visionary outlook on technological solutions. 

As a Manager of Software Engineering at Ridgeline, you’ll provide technical leadership to teams developing high-quality, creative business applications in a fast-moving, progressive work environment. You’ll think outside the box and add your own vision, passion, and interests to the software development lifecycle.

As a leader at Ridgeline and one of our first 400 employees, you will also help preserve our culture and influence the trajectory of an ambitious tech startup. Our team aims to leave a legacy in an investment management industry primed for change.

In this role you will work closely with the Engineering, Product Management, and Strategy teams to define and execute the vision to create a delightful experience for Client Portal. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to enhance user experience, possess a knack for innovative problem solving, and are driven to create something truly impactful in the portfolio management space, we invite you to join us in this journey. Together, we will set new standards for Client Portals, enhancing Ridgeline's position in the market and ensuring our clients - and their investors - have the best tools at their disposal.

What will you do?

• Contribute business insight, design skills, and best practices to a team where design, strategy, and engineering collaborate closely 
• Deliver a Client Portal service built for usability and performance, overseeing the technical architecture and design
• Be involved in the entire software development process, from requirements and design reviews through the implementation of a new product, understanding agile development methodologies 
• Hands-on responsibility with the codeline, contributing to the codebase on a regular basis. Our tech stack is TypeScript, React, Kotlin, PostgreSQL
• Participate actively in the peer and code review process
• Help engineers develop new skills and advance their career through coaching
• Engage in performance conversations and help align business objectives and career goals
• Coach, mentor, and inspire teams of engineers that are responsible for delivering high performing, secure enterprise applications
• Impact a developing tech stack based on modern front-end frameworks and cost-efficient utilization of AWS back-end services
• Think creatively, own problems, seek solutions, and communicate clearly along the way
• Contribute to a collaborative environment deeply rooted in learning, teaching, and transparency
• Build a diverse team while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
• Ensure close relationships in a multi-location organization, connecting our product and engineering teams.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 5+ years in a hands-on software engineering management position or similar function, with a history of architecting and designing new products and technologies in the cloud
• Ability to deliver in a fast-paced  environment with the desire to forge a path when requirements may be dynamic and evolving
• Clear and crisp communicator, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
• A degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline
• Ability to lead and influence both with and without authority
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and architectural patterns to participate in and review technical and architectural designs
• Ability to focus on short-term deliverables while maintaining a big-picture perspective
• An aptitude for problem-solving
• Experience creating and leading high-performance teams characterized by both laughter and velocity

Bonus:

• Experience with investment management applications
• Experience designing and launching enterprise applications with agile development methodologies
• Comfortable working with Slack, JIRA/Confluence, AWS, UI design tools, and Github

About Ridgeline

Ridgeline is the industry cloud platform for investment management. It was founded in 2017 by visionary entrepreneur Dave Duffield (co-founder of both PeopleSoft and Workday) to address the unique technology challenges of an industry in need of new thinking. We are building a modern platform in the public cloud, purpose-built for the investment management industry to empower business like never before. 

Headquartered in Lake Tahoe with offices in Reno, Manhattan, and the Bay Area, Ridgeline is proud to have built a fast-growing, people-first company that has been recognized by Fast Company as a “Best Workplace for Innovators,” by LinkedIn as a “Top U.S. Startup,” and by The Software Report as a “Top 100 Software Company.”

Ridgeline is proud to be a community-minded, discrimination-free equal opportunity workplace.

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Compensation and Benefits 

Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amount listed above. 

As an employee at Ridgeline, you’ll have many opportunities for advancement in your career and can make a true impact on the product. In addition to the base salary, 100% of Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement. We also offer rich benefits that reflect the kind of organization we want to be: one in which our employees feel valued and are inspired to bring their best selves to work. These include unlimited vacation, educational and wellness reimbursements, and $0 cost employee insurance plans. Please check out our Careers page for a more comprehensive overview of our perks and benefits.