Software Engineering Manager
USRecurrent Ventures Inc. is an innovative digital media company that is challenging the media landscape with its proprietary approach. Its best-in-class brands like Popular Science, Domino, Outdoor Life, The Drive, Donut, Dwell, Task & Purpose and more, engage a combined audience of more than 60 million monthly visitors. Initially founded in 2018, the portfolio rapidly expanded and today we have more than 15 publishing brands across automotive, home, outdoors, science, technology, and military verticals. Recurrent Ventures is virtual first, with headquarters in Miami and offices in New York, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
The Opportunity
We seek an experienced Engineering Manager to manage our offshore team of WordPress developers. In this role, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, manage sprint cycles, and contribute to high-level architectural decisions. Your leadership will ensure our engineering team operates effectively, meets project goals, and adheres to best practices.
The Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily activities and productivity of a team of offshore WordPress engineers
- Ensure team alignment with project goals and company standards.
- Own and manage sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with Product Managers and other stakeholders to establish timelines, define requirements, and prioritize tasks.
- Track team progress, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure deadlines are met.
- Guide and participate in high-level architectural and design decisions.
- Ensure code quality, security, and performance align with industry best practices.
- Facilitate clear communication across time zones and cultural differences.
- Address and resolve technical or operational issues as they arise.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and collaboration.
- Stay updated on WordPress developments, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
- Encourage the adoption of new tools and technologies that can improve team performance and deliverables.
The Qualifications
- 5+ years in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Proven experience with WordPress development, including themes, plugins, and customizations.
- Strong background in Agile methodologies, particularly managing remote or offshore teams.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work across time zones.
- Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana) and version control systems (e.g., Github).
- Familiarity with web technologies (PHP, JavaScript, CSS) and a solid understanding of WordPress architecture.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
- Strategic mindset with attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Unlimited PTO
- Remote
- Parental leave
- Matching 401k
- Equity package
Perks of the Job
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We’re currently receiving a high volume of applicants in our available IT positions. Our response time for new applications is currently ranging from 1-2 weeks. We may not be able to provide individual feedback for every application to our open roles within Software Development.