Manager II, Engineering (Remote - Texas)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of The Zebra. We are currently looking for a Manager II, Engineering in Texas (USA). This role provides an exciting opportunity to lead a talented engineering team focused on building scalable, high-impact solutions. You will oversee software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. The position requires balancing technical strategy with business priorities while mentoring team members and guiding career development. You will work cross-functionally with product, design, and other engineering teams to define and execute roadmaps that deliver meaningful outcomes. The role supports remote and hybrid work arrangements across the U.S., providing flexibility while ensuring team cohesion and alignment. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and a data-driven approach to decision-making are essential. You will also play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, and shaping the engineering culture. Accountabilities ·         Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers, providing technical guidance, career development, and performance coaching. ·         Drive technical excellence by promoting best practices in software development, architecture, and code quality. ·         Collaborate with Product, Design, and other engineering teams to define and execute roadmaps aligned with business objectives. ·         Manage sprint planning, execution, and delivery to ensure projects are completed on time and meet quality standards. ·         Advocate for scalability, reliability, and maintainability in all technical solutions. ·         Promote continuous improvement through code reviews, technical discussions, and retrospectives. ·         Foster cross-team collaboration and clear communication to align engineering efforts with company priorities. ·         Partner with recruiting to attract, hire, and onboard engineering talent effectively. Requirements ·         6+ years of software engineering experience with at least 2+ years in an engineering management role. ·         Strong background in Python or similar scripting languages. ·         Experience leading engineering teams, managing projects, and driving technical roadmaps. ·         Proven ability to develop and mentor engineers, fostering a high-performing team. ·         Deep understanding of agile development methodologies and best practices. ·         Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills, particularly with Product Management. ·         Strong balance of technical depth and strategic thinking, with focus on business impact. ·         Experience in consumer-facing websites or fintech/insuretech is a plus. Benefits ·         Competitive base salary ($175,000–$180,000 per year) and stock option offering. ·         Health, dental, vision, and disability coverages. ·         End early Fridays (wrap up work at 2pm CST). ·         Sabbatical program for tenured employees. ·         HSA offering with employer contribution. ·         Fertility support through Carrot. ·         $100 monthly wellness perk and $300 pet reimbursement program. ·         401k with match. ·         Unlimited PTO with flexibility to use it. ·         Paid parental leave program. ·         Learning and development opportunities. ·         Inclusive and values-driven work environment supporting diverse perspectives and employee resource groups. Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly. 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements. 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score. 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role. 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed. The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps, such as interviews or additional assessments, are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest! #LI-CL1