SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGER
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Leads onsite software engineering teams at Fischer Homes in Erlanger, KY, blending people management (hiring, coaching, delivery) with technical guidance on architecture, standards, and vendor-managed solutions. Experience with Java, .NET, or Python is expected; cloud, AI/ML, and DevOps familiarity is a plus.
Job Summary
As a Software Engineering Manager, you will lead high-performing application development teams to design, build, and deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions that support critical business operations. You will blend technical leadership with people management, driving engineering excellence while fostering a collaborative, innovative, and results-oriented team environment. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, product teams, and external vendors to ensure technology solutions align with organizational goals and deliver measurable value.
This position is 100% onsite, day 1 in our Erlanger, KY office.
You will thrive in this role if you:
- Lead with a balance of technical expertise and people-first leadership, inspiring teams to deliver their best work.
- Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, translating business needs into actionable engineering solutions.
- Take ownership of outcomes, proactively removing roadblocks and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality software.
- Build strong partnerships with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
- Enjoy mentoring and developing engineers while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment and confidently manage competing priorities.
These skills will be used to:
- Lead and manage software engineering teams, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and career development.
- Drive application design, development, and delivery using modern engineering practices and technologies.
- Collaborate with business leaders, architects, and product teams to define and deliver scalable solutions.
- Oversee vendor partnerships and ensure successful delivery of externally supported solutions.
- Establish and enforce development standards, best practices, and governance processes.
- Manage budgets, resources, and project timelines to ensure efficient execution of technology initiatives.
- Provide technical guidance on architecture, system design, and emerging technologies.
- Ensure software quality through testing strategies, code reviews, and performance monitoring.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts, including process optimization and adoption of new tools and frameworks.
- Stay current on industry trends and bring innovative ideas to improve systems and processes.
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience leading software engineering or application development teams.
- Proven experience delivering complex software solutions in a business-driven environment.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and develop talent.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with business stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of software development methodologies, tools, and best practices.
- Experience working with modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, .NET, Python, or similar).
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound technical and business decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing vendor relationships and external development partners.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, AI/ML technologies, or modern data solutions.
- Experience with Agile, DevOps, or CI/CD practices.
- Exposure to enterprise architecture and large-scale system design.
- Experience implementing or supporting AI-enabled applications or automation initiatives.
- Strong understanding of security, scalability, and performance considerations in enterprise systems.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Must be able to use sensory skills (i.e. verbal communication) to effectively communicate and interact with other Associates and customers.
- Must be able to perform repetitive motions and use fine motor skills (i.e. typing, writing) to operate office supplies (i.e. computer, calculator, copier).
- Must be able to lift and carry approximately 20-25lbs unassisted.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time with low periods of reaching and standing.
The Value of a Career with The Fischer Group
The Fischer Group is a family of companies focused on delivering exceptional experiences across homebuilding, financial services, and real estate. Through our businesses, we are committed to quality, growth, and long-term success for both our customers and our Associates.
We believe our success is driven by our people. We seek out talented individuals and provide the training, resources, and support needed to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact. The rewards for their efforts are:
- Professional Development Training programs
- Health Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) with Company matching contributions and profit-sharing
- Employee Life Insurance
- Personal time off
- Inclusive Leave
The Fischer Group holds the highest ethical standards of business. We are honest and straightforward and stand by our word. Our actions demonstrate respect, courtesy, and fairness.
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- If Employee Referral, please list the employee's name. optional
- Have you previously been employed by Fischer Homes? If yes, when?
- Name of Most Recent Employer
- Dates of Employment (from/ to) of Most Recent Employer
- Job Title at Most Recent Employer
- Application Waiver: Fischer Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, citizenship, disability or any other legally protected status. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resource Department. The facts as stated on the application are true and correct. I understand that, if employed, false statements or significant omissions on the application may result in my immediate dismissal whenever the false statement or omission is discovered. I authorize Fischer Management, LLC to investigate my personal, financial, and credit history through any investigative or credit agency of its choice. I further authorize any personal reference, school, former employer, government agency, or other person to disclose to Fischer Management, LLC, or its agent, all information they may have about me, and I release from all liability for disclosing such information. I understand that I may be contacted and asked to provide my date of birth by the agency performing the background investigation, and that this additional information is for investigative purposes and will not be provided to Fischer Management, LLC. I understand that I may be required to work over 40 hours a week and on weekends as a condition of being employed here. In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to the rules and regulations for employees. I understand that my employment and compensation is at-will. This means that termination can occur, with or without cause or reason, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I understand that no representative of the company other than its President has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing. I further understand that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the President of the company. I understand that I may be required to submit to a pre-employment and post-employment test for fitness, honesty, and/or substance abuse, if not prohibited by law. I further understand that employment is conditional until results of any pre-employment test are known. Upon separation of employment, I agree that I will return all Company property and information, and I authorize the company to withhold from my final paycheck any monies owed to it by me. By typing your name and date below I am providing my electronic acknowledgment that I represent and warrant that I have read and fully understand the foregoing and seek employment under these conditions listed above:
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- Were you referred by a current employee?
- Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Have you signed a non-compete agreement or other similar contract that may restrict your ability to work for a former employer's competitor, suppliers, or customers?
- Are you eligible to work in the United States? (Proof of eligibility will be required upon employment)
- Are you currently on a Student Visa (this includes F-1 or other student visa's) or will you now or in the future require Fischer Homes to commence ("sponsor") an immigration case in order to employ you (this includes, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called "sponsorship" for an employment-based visa status.
- This role is based 100% onsite at our corporate office in Erlanger, Kentucky. Are you currently living in, or willing to relocate to, the Erlanger/Cincinnati area to work onsite full time?