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OneArc

Engineering Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

Engineering managers are not expected to act as software developers, however, they may directly contribute to some development activities when they feel it is necessary. Key Areas of Responsibility:

OneArc

Engineering Manager

Orlando, FL

Engineering managers are not expected to act as software developers, however, they may directly contribute to some development activities when they feel it is necessary. Key Areas of Responsibility:

CLX Engineering

Engineering Manager

Sanford, FL · On-site

Engineering Leadership & People Management * Serve as the functional leader for engineers ... Partner with technical authorities, R&D, and Software teams to align architecture, design ...

CLX Engineering

Engineering Manager

Sanford, FL · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

Description The Engineering Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for guiding CLX ... Partner with technical authorities, R&D, and Software teams to align architecture, design ...

CLX Engineering

Engineering Manager

Sanford, FL · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

The Engineering Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for guiding CLX Engineering ... Partner with technical authorities, R&D, and Software teams to align architecture, design ...

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How much do software engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for software engineering manager in Florida is $126,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,300.00 and $129,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Software Engineering Manager Do?

A software engineering manager oversees a team of people who are working on the development of new computer software or the enhancement of existing computer programs. Because this is a management job, your duties may include coordinating and planning with other departments within the company and with company executives. In addition to management skills, you need a firm understanding of the technical aspects of software engineering. Another aspect of this career involves understanding the market and competitor’s products so that your software can compete and meet market demands.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Software Engineering Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Engineering Manager, you need a solid background in software development, team leadership, and project management, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with development tools, agile methodologies, version control systems, and, in some cases, certifications like PMP or Scrum Master are valuable. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and mentoring skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for successfully guiding technical teams, delivering projects efficiently, and fostering a collaborative and innovative engineering culture.

What are some common challenges faced by Software Engineering Managers when leading diverse development teams?

Software Engineering Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing technical leadership with people management, aligning team members with different backgrounds and skill sets, and ensuring effective communication across remote or cross-functional teams. Navigating these challenges involves fostering an inclusive environment, setting clear expectations, and adapting management styles to individual team members’ needs. Successful managers also prioritize regular check-ins and feedback to keep projects on track and support professional growth within the team.

What engineering jobs pay 500,000?

Senior software engineering managers, principal engineers, and technical directors in technology companies often earn $500,000 or more annually, especially with bonuses, stock options, and other incentives. These roles typically require extensive experience, leadership skills, and expertise in areas like cloud computing, software architecture, or AI development.

What is the difference between Software Engineering Manager vs Software Developer?

AspectSoftware Engineering ManagerSoftware Developer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in CS or related field, often with leadership experienceBachelor's or higher in CS or related field
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, collaborates with stakeholdersFocuses on coding, debugging, and implementing features
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across tech companies, startups, and large enterprisesCommon in all software development settings
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding managerial roles, leadership responsibilitiesFocus on technical skills, coding tasks

The main difference between a Software Engineering Manager and a Software Developer lies in their roles and responsibilities. Managers oversee teams, coordinate projects, and handle strategic planning, while developers focus on coding and technical implementation. Both roles are essential in the software development lifecycle, but they serve different functions within an organization.

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Infographic showing various Software Engineering Manager job openings in Florida as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $126,577 per year, or $60.9 per hour.
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGER - HYBRID - SOUTH FLORIDA BASED

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGER - HYBRID - SOUTH FLORIDA BASED

City Furniture

Tamarac, FL • On-site

$120K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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

Job description

Who We Are...
With over 50 years of experience, and several CITY Furniture and Ashley HomeStore showrooms and distribution centers throughout Florida, CITY Furniture continues to be recognized as a top furniture company in South Florida and nationwide. By joining CITY Furniture, you become part of a family-spirited organization that is focused on you! With planned local growth, plus growth in new markets over the next several years, the CITY Furniture team is excited about the future. Join our fun, family-spirited team to build a long-lasting career at a company that will continue to challenge, develop, and appreciate its Associates. Click Here to watch our Company video!
Our Vision is to be the ultimate furniture and mattress store.
Our Purpose is to enrich people's lives and make the world a better place.
Our Mission is to provide quality home furnishings, at excellent values, in an exciting and fun environment. Our Values: Mutual Trust & Respect | Continuous Improvement | Entrepreneurial Spirit | Customer Focus | Teamwork | Giving Back
Position Title: Software Engineering Manager
Reports To: Head of Software Development
Location: Hybrid, Corporate Tamarac Office
Department/Sub-Department: Technology/Software Engineering
Salary: Starting at $120,000 DOE
About the Role
We are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead two product engineering teams that support our ecommerce platform. This leader will be responsible for team execution, technical quality, delivery predictability, engineering practices, and talent development.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can operate at the intersection of people, product, architecture, and execution. You will partner closely with Product, UX, QA, Architecture, DevOps, Security, Data, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality digital commerce capabilities across web, mobile, and platform services.
The ideal candidate has experience leading teams that build with React Native, Node.js, APIs, cloud-native services, and modern ecommerce architectures. They should also be comfortable helping teams adopt AI-assisted engineering practices, including responsible use of coding assistants to improve speed, quality, testing, documentation, and developer experience.
What You'll Lead
You will manage two product teams focused on ecommerce platform capabilities, including areas such as:
  • CITY Furniture ecommerce
  • React Native mobile app capabilities
  • Node.js backend services and APIs
  • Checkout and cart capabilities
  • Payments, financing, Apple Pay, PayPal, and related integrations
  • Customer-facing digital experiences across web and mobile
  • Platform observability and production performance
  • API and integration patterns supporting omnichannel commerce
  • Reliability, scalability, and technical debt reduction
  • Responsible adoption of AI-assisted engineering practices
What You'll Do
  • Lead, coach, and develop engineers across two ecommerce product teams
  • Own team delivery health, sprint execution, roadmap alignment, and operational discipline
  • Partner with Product Managers to translate business outcomes into clear technical execution plans
  • Guide delivery across React Native mobile applications, Node.js services, APIs, and ecommerce platform capabilities
  • Drive strong engineering practices, including code quality, automated testing, CI/CD, observability, secure development, and production readiness
  • Help teams use AI coding assistants responsibly to improve delivery speed, test coverage, documentation, refactoring, and developer productivity
  • Work with architects and senior engineers to guide technical design decisions
  • Remove blockers and create focus so teams can deliver predictable outcomes
  • Ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, secure, and aligned with CITY Furniture's modernization strategy
  • Support incident response, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement for production systems
  • Manage performance, career growth, hiring, onboarding, and succession planning for team members
  • Promote a culture of ownership, learning, collaboration, accountability, and practical innovation
What We're Looking For
  • 7+ years of software engineering experience
  • 2+ years leading or managing engineering teams
  • Experience supporting ecommerce, retail, marketplace, digital commerce, or customer-facing web/mobile platforms
  • Strong experience with Node.js and modern API/service-based architectures
  • Experience with React Native or mobile application engineering teams
  • Strong understanding of modern web architectures, cloud platforms, CI/CD, observability, and production support
  • Experience working with cross-functional product teams
  • Ability to coach engineers, set expectations, and improve team performance
  • Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Comfortable operating in a modernization environment with legacy systems, integrations, and evolving architecture
  • Practical understanding of Agile delivery, engineering metrics, and continuous improvement
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools and how to use them responsibly in a professional engineering environment
  • Strong bias for action, with good judgment around quality, risk, security, and long-term maintainability
  • Valid Florida Driver License
Preferred Experience
  • Experience with composable or headless ecommerce platforms
  • Experience with React Native, Node.js, React, Kubernetes, AWS, or similar modern engineering stacks
  • Experience with payment, financing, OMS, ERP, CRM, or retail integrations
  • Familiarity with SRE practices, production observability, incident management, and service reliability
  • Experience leading teams through platform modernization or replatforming efforts
  • Experience introducing AI-assisted development practices, coding assistants, automated code review support, or developer productivity tools
  • Experience managing distributed, hybrid, or vendor-augmented engineering teams
What Success Looks Like
In this role, success means your teams are clear, focused, and delivering meaningful ecommerce platform improvements with quality and consistency.
You will help create a stronger engineering culture, improve delivery predictability, reduce operational friction, and build platform capabilities that support CITY Furniture's growth.
You will be expected to lead with ownership, raise the bar for execution, and help engineers grow while keeping the customer and business outcomes at the center of the work.
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to lead meaningful ecommerce platform work inside a growing retail business with a strong modernization agenda. You will help shape the systems that connect our digital and physical customer experience, while leading teams that directly impact revenue, customer satisfaction, and long-term technology scalability.
At CITY Furniture, we are building more than software. We are building the platform that helps customers create homes they love.
Benefits You'll Receive
  • Competitive and Transparent Compensation
    • Visibility into all Associate-level pay ranges within your department
    • Opportunity for performance-based and profit sharing bonuses
  • Associate Well-being
    • Workforce and Demand Planning for Leveled Workload
    • Paid Vacation & Sick Time
    • Paid Parental leave
    • Opportunity for Flexible Work Environment and Schedule (varies by department and role)
    • Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
  • Health Benefits
    • Free virtual healthcare services (for Associates enrolled in our medical plans)
    • Medical options include Employer-funded HSA options
    • Vision to support your eye health and well-being
    • 100% Employer-paid Dental option available to all Associate
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Life & Disability Insurance 100% employer-sponsored options
    • Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, etc.)
  • Retirement Benefits
    • 401(k) - once enrolled, Associates are 100% vested with discretionary Company Match
    • Roth 401K Option
    • Financial Wellness webinars
  • Growth Opportunities
    • 90% Promote from Within
    • Access to various training for professional development
    • Individual Development Plan (IDP) (varies by department)
  • Associate Purchase Discount Program

And so much more....
CITY Furniture, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. At CITY Furniture, Inc. we are committed to a fair and equitable workplace where everyone is a respected and a valued member of the team.
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