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Paychex

Manager, Software Engineering I

Webster, NY · Remote

$117K - $184K/yr

People Management - Required * Software Engineering - Required * Product Management - Preferred * Computer Science - Preferred * Software Development - Preferred * Agile Methodology - Preferred

Mindex

Engineering Lead - Remote

Rochester, NY · Remote

$105K - $155K/yr

... software engineering experience, including technical leadership and people management ... Benefits * Fully Remote Work Environment * Flexible Time Off * Medical, Dental, and Vision ...

Mindex

Engineering Lead - Remote

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

$105K - $155K/yr

... software engineering experience, including technical leadership and people management ... Benefits * Fully Remote Work Environment * Flexible Time Off * Medical, Dental, and Vision ...

Mindex

Engineering Lead - Remote

Rochester, NY · Remote

$105K - $155K/yr

... software engineering experience, including technical leadership and people management ... Benefits * Fully Remote Work Environment * Flexible Time Off * Medical, Dental, and Vision ...

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How much do remote software manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote software manager in Rochester, NY is $140,928.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,300.00 and $167,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote software manager?

A Remote Software Manager oversees software development teams and projects while working remotely. They are responsible for managing workflows, coordinating team members, setting project goals, and ensuring deadlines are met. Effective communication, leadership, and technical expertise are key for success in this role. They often use collaboration tools to track progress and facilitate team discussions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote software manager?

To thrive as a Remote Software Manager, you need a solid background in software development, experience leading distributed teams, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Jira or Trello, expertise in version control systems such as Git, and certifications like PMP or Scrum Master are often preferred. Standout soft skills include excellent virtual communication, proactive leadership, and strong problem-solving abilities. These competencies are crucial to effectively coordinate remote teams, drive projects to completion, and ensure high-quality software delivery in a virtual environment.

What are some common challenges faced by remote software managers, and how can they be addressed?

Remote Software Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating across time zones, maintaining team engagement, and ensuring clear communication without in-person meetings. To address these, managers use online collaboration platforms, set up regular video check-ins, and establish clear processes and expectations for deliverables. Building trust and promoting transparency are also key to overcoming distance barriers and fostering a sense of team unity. By proactively managing these challenges, remote managers can ensure projects stay on track and teams remain highly productive.

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Infographic showing various Remote Software Manager job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,928 per year, or $67.8 per hour.

Manager, Software Engineering I

Paychex

Webster, NY • Remote

$117K - $184K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Paychex rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 176 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

236th of 496 rated business services

Job description

Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a singleconnected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview

We are seeking an Engineering Manager to take the reins of our talented Code Advanced Payroll development teams. This role offers the unique opportunity to oversee the continued excellence of our foundational payroll application with cross-platform integrations on a highly scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure while simultaneously building and scaling new applications powered by AI. To be successful in this role, you need to be able to balance the reliability essential for enterprise systems while embracing the speed and agility of building new solutions from the ground up. If you are a technical leader who thrives on mentoring engineers, setting a bold technical direction, and delivering industry-leading HCM features that have a tangible impact on hundreds of thousands of businesses and millions of employees, this is your opportunity to define the future of our engineering organization.


Responsibilities
  • Participates in the interview and hiring process. Prepares and administers annual reviews and development plans, makes promotion and salary recommendations. Responsible for personnel planning and the allocation of team members to meet Enterprise Development project needs. Identifies and mentors future leaders / managers for company growth.
  • Provides support and assistance to several agile development teams and their scrum masters. Has strong working knowledge of agile development principles. Helps to remove roadblocks that agile teams are unable to solve by themselves.
  • Provides input to product owners on the product strategy and vision. Gives feedback to the product owners on the content and prioritization of the product backlog.
  • Builds relationships with other IT departments and business units and mitigates conflict to facilitate inter-department communication and agile team progress in order to meet business objectives. Acts as a catalyst for change to improve applications or processes which benefit IT and/or the business unit.
  • Demonstrates application knowledge and understands functionality of applications outside their area of expertise to identify potential impacts and make recommendations to minimize the impacts. Responds to questions from other IT departments and business units and coordinates resolution of critical issues to provide support for production applications.

    • Qualifications
    • Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline - Preferred
    • 7 years of experience in Related field.
    • 4 years of experience in supervisory, management, project leadership, or project management.
    • Mentorship - Required
    • Planning -Required
    • Coaching - Required
    • Collaboration - Required
    • People Management - Required
    • Software Engineering - Required
    • Product Management - Preferred
    • Computer Science - Preferred
    • Software Development - Preferred
    • Agile Methodology - Preferred
    • Java (Programming Language) - Preferred
    • Amazon Web Services - Preferred
    • Engineering Management - Required
    • Python (Programming Language) - Preferred

    Compensation
    In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $117,345 - $184,400 annually. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
    Live the Paychex Values
  • Act with uncompromising integrity.
  • Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
  • Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
  • Work in partnership and support each other.
  • Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
  • Treat each other with respect and dignity.

    • What's in it for you?
    • We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
    • We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
    • We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
    • We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
    • We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

      • Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

      Not sure if you meet every requirement?
      At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

      Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.Qualifications:
      • Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline - Preferred
      • 7 years of experience in Related field.
      • 4 years of experience in supervisory, management, project leadership, or project management.
      • Mentorship - Required
      • Planning -Required
      • Coaching - Required
      • Collaboration - Required
      • People Management - Required
      • Software Engineering - Required
      • Product Management - Preferred
      • Computer Science - Preferred
      • Software Development - Preferred
      • Agile Methodology - Preferred
      • Java (Programming Language) - Preferred
      • Amazon Web Services - Preferred
      • Engineering Management - Required
      • Python (Programming Language) - Preferred
      Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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    Consult with America's businesses, leveraging Paychex key referral channels and partnerships to educate stakeholders on our services, and provide consultative solutions to increase market share and drive revenue.

    Industry

    Human resources consulting services

    Company size

    10,000+ Employees

    Headquarters location

    Rochester, NY, US

    Year founded

    1971

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