Manager, Software Engineering
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Job overview
Top Hat is hiring a Manager, Software Engineering. The Manager, Software Engineering will lead the Aktiv development team, driving technical innovation, managing engineers, and ensuring delivery of high-quality solutions across platforms. They will also promote continuous improvement in code quality, architecture, and processes.
Key focus areas include Manage, mentor, and guide a high-performing engineering team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, respectful environment., Provide continuous feedback, address performance issues, and recognize contributions while maintaining team health visibility via regular 1:1s., and Lead strategic initiatives, balancing high-impact projects with technical debt management and resource allocation..
Important skills include Team Leadership, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Conflict Resolution, Software Engineering, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Java and React.
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Full job description
We are seeking a forward-thinking Manager, Software Engineering to lead our Aktiv development team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving technical innovation, managing a group of engineers, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions across various platforms and technologies. As an Manager, Software Engineering, you will guide team members to success, foster collaboration, and create a culture of continuous improvement.
You will:
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Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and guide a team of high-performing engineers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful environment.
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Performance Management: Provide continuous feedback, address performance, and recognize contributions. Maintain visibility into team health through regular 1:1s.
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Strategic Planning: Lead strategic initiatives, balancing high-impact projects with technical debt management and resource allocation.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product and Design teams to define roadmaps, prioritize backlogs, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused products.
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Technical Excellence: Foster continuous improvement in code quality, architecture, and team processes.
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Conflict Resolution: Resolve conflicts, facilitate decision-making within the team, and manage cross-functional relationships.
You are:
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Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, OR at least 7 years of industry experience building and shipping software.
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Leadership Track Record: Proven experience leading software engineering teams, growing talent, and navigating complex technical problems.
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Product Delivery: Demonstrated experience shipping both web and mobile products at scale.
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Technical Background: Prior hands-on experience as a software engineer (Java and/or React preferred).
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Problem Solving: Strong ability to decompose complex business problems into actionable technical plans.
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Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Why team members love working at Top Hat:
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A noble mission that creates meaningful, fulfilling work
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A team that cares deeply for customers and for each other
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Flexible, remote first work environment
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Professional learning and development for all role levels
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An awesome and welcoming Toronto HQ
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Competitive health benefits that start on day one
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A management team focused on performance, growth, engagement and connection
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Our winning strategy and market potential
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Innovative PTO policy with lots of time and space for self-care
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Passionate customers that believe in us—and what we do
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A chance to work with new tech like generative AI—and see the customer impact
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