Software Engineering Manager at Best Version Media in Brookfield, WI

Apply Description Overview: Best Version Media was founded in 2007 and now serves over 1,300 communities across the U.S. and Canada. We connect local businesses to customers with a suite of innovative print and digital solutions. Our print magazines, powered by our advertisers and readers, are tailored to the communities we serve by showcasing local families, nonprofits, events, and more. Our digital advertising works with our print campaigns to build brand awareness and help businesses expand their online reach with local customers. We also offer convenient tools to help businesses manage their online presence and enhance searchability. Our vision is to unite the hearts and minds of communities – one person, one home, one business at a time. We value family, teamwork, and an open exchange of ideas as we strive to become the best versions of ourselves. Our award-winning culture has been recognized countless times by organizations like Fortune, Glassdoor, Great Place to Work, and more. Job Summary: Are you a technical leader who loves mentoring engineers just as much as architecting great software? We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to champion our development team, drive technical excellence, and scale high-quality applications that directly impact our business goals. In this role, you won’t just manage tasks—you will foster career growth, spearhead modern technical strategies, and bridge the gap between brilliant code and cross-functional business strategy. If you are a builder of both great software and great teams, we want to talk to you. Responsibilities: Manage and develop a team of 3–8 software engineers, guiding their career growth and partnering with HR to recruit, onboard, and retain top technical talent. Provide hands-on leadership across our core stack (AWS, MongoDB, React, Symfony) to build and maintain high-quality, scalable in-house applications for both internal and client use. Champion engineering excellence by driving the adoption of Agile methodologies, robust CI/CD pipelines, and modern development tools. Partner with teams like Marketing, Sales, and Operations to translate business needs into successful project timelines and resource plans. Oversee system alignment with modern standards, including data privacy, security protocols, and accessibility guidelines (like ADA compliance). Track key development KPIs, eliminate workflow bottlenecks, and ensure the high availability of critical systems. Requirements Skills and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of hands-on software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role. Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite and modern project management tooling. What will make you stand out: Deep familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), database management (Mongo, RDS), and modern frameworks (React, Symfony). Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile Certified Practitioner). A strong understanding of modern compliance frameworks like GDPR, CCPA, or ADA standards. Bring your leadership, empower your team, and leave your mark. Apply now to drive our next chapter of engineering excellence!