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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.
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| Aspect | Software Engineering Manager | Software Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in CS or related field, often with leadership experience | Bachelor's or higher in CS or related field |
| Work Environment | Leads teams, manages projects, collaborates with stakeholders | Focuses on coding, debugging, and implementing features |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used across tech companies, startups, and large enterprises | Common in all software development settings |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding managerial roles, leadership responsibilities | Focus 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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AVP, Software Engineering Leader - Corporate Functions IT
Hartford, CT • On-site
Full-time
Posted 6 days ago
The Hartford rating
8.8
Based on 121 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
57th of 304 rated insurance
Job description
We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
AVP, Software Engineering Leader - Corporate Functions IT
The AVP, Software Engineering Leader for Corporate Functions IT is a critical leadership role responsible for the technology platforms that support The Hartford's corporate functions, including Enterprise Risk, Legal, Human Resources, and Shared Services.
Reporting directly to the CIO of Corporate Functions, this position requires a proven track record of leading large-scale technology transformation initiatives, balancing both business strategy and technology execution to deliver meaningful outcomes.
The leader will oversee an organization of 50+ employees and vendor resources while serving as a strategic technology partner to executive leaders across the corporate functions landscape.
The successful candidate will bring strong executive presence and the ability to collaborate across corporate functions to shape technology strategy, drive execution of complex initiatives, deliver innovative solutions, and ensure the effective management of critical technology platforms and processes.
This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in Hartford, CT 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Must be eligible to work in the US without company sponsorship.
Responsibilities:
Engineering Strategy & Technology Modernization
- Partner with corporate function leaders to shape strategic technology roadmaps, prioritize investments, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
- Lead modernization of the technology portfolio through cloud adoption, platform simplification, and the advancement of engineering best practices.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, helping define and deliver capabilities that enable strategic priorities.
- Ensure the stability, performance, and operational excellence of critical business applications, consistently meeting or exceeding service commitments.
- Responsible for end-to-end ownership of the technology ecosystem supporting corporate functions, including Legal, Human Resources, Enterprise Risk, and Shared Services.
- Champion innovation by identifying, evaluating, and implementing emerging technologies, including GenAI, to enhance business capabilities and efficiency.
- Partner closely with enterprise technology teams (including Infrastructure, Security, Data, Architecture, and Transformation) to influence key decisions and ensure successful solution delivery.
- Strengthen software engineering and agile delivery practices to improve organizational effectiveness, speed, quality, and scalability.
- Lead strategic vendor relationships, including sourcing and software partners, to maximize business value, manage risk, and negotiate complex agreements.
- Drive strategic buy-versus-build decisions, balancing business needs, technology strategy, cost, risk, and long-term sustainability.
Talent Leadership & Engineering Culture
- Elevate high-performing software engineering teams with an engineering and AI-first mindset.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching to senior engineering talent.
- Drive workforce strategy, succession planning, and capability uplift aligned to future-ready engineering skills.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 15+ years of technology leadership experience, including 5+ years managing software engineering organizations, ideally supporting corporate functions.
- Proven success leading large-scale technology transformations, including cloud modernization, enterprise platforms, and complex business-facing solutions.
- Experience delivering integrated solutions across SaaS platforms and custom-built applications, with a strong understanding of modern technology architectures.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into technology roadmaps, priorities, and measurable outcomes.
- Demonstrated success partnering with senior business leaders to influence decisions, solve complex challenges, and drive results.
- Experience overseeing mission-critical technology platforms and operational processes, including financial, banking, and enterprise integrations.
- Deep understanding of software engineering, agile delivery, and the full software development lifecycle.
- Experience leveraging GenAI and emerging technologies to improve business processes, enhance productivity, and drive adoption at scale.
- Proven people leader with a track record of building, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
- Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
- Experience leading distributed teams, managing complex vendor relationships, and operating within global delivery models.
- Strong systems-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to navigate strategy, architecture, and execution.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$182,000 - $273,000
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Hartford Financial Services Group, widely recognized as The Hartford, is a renowned company based in Hartford, CT, US. Established in 1810, it has evolved into an industry leader in the insurance and financial services sector, proudly serving more than one million businesses in the US. The Hartford is committed to offering a gamut of insurance products that include homeowners, automobile, and business insurance as well as employee benefits and mutual funds. The company’s core values revolve around customer-focused innovations, diversity and inclusion, and ethical dealings that have earned them a customer-centric reputation. This shapes their mission which revolves around aiding their clients to overcome unforeseen obstacles and enhancing their wealth over time. Among the company's noted accomplishments is being consistently listed among the World's Most Ethical Companies, a testament to their unwavering commitment towards responsible business practices.
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10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Hartford, CT, US
Year founded
1810