What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineering Manager position at HPR?
HPR is the leading provider of high-performance and ultra-low latency electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure solutions offered as a managed service. Our cutting-edge technology is used by tier-1 financial institutions to monitor and execute trades rapidly and efficiently. We are searching for a forward thinking Software Engineering Manager to lead the engineers building the future of capital markets infrastructure. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, HPR is undergoing exponential growth as we expand our existing product lines and develop the next generation of HPR products, building upon an already highly profitable company.
The Software Engineering Manager will report to senior leadership developing high performance software and hardware appliances and/or applications for the financial markets. This position requires a steadfast execution mindset, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate in a demanding environment while maintaining a composed, professional demeanor. A high degree of ownership, initiative, drive for excellence, and an aptitude for understanding and simplifying complex, diverse technologies are required to be effective in this role.
As a Software Engineering Manager at HPR you will:
- Leverage your proven team leadership skills to direct a group of engineers and deliver new products with minimal oversight
- Utilize strong organizational skills to distill complex project deliverables, milestones, and timelines into predictable team output
- Train and mentor engineering team members
- Demonstrate and instill a strong sense of ownership and accountability for the projects that you are leading within the team
- Leverage a strong technical background from any relevant domain to participate in the design and development of cutting-edge financial technology products
- Guide project phases through the HPR Engineering Process and ensure that Best Practices are adhered to on an ongoing basis
Required Qualifications:
- MS/BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related
- 3 years of managing and leading engineering teams
- 5 years of hands-on development in a software engineering role in any relevant industry (not necessarily financial technology)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively within all levels of the organization
- A passion for organizing complex details and logistics planning for project deliverables
- Relentless sense of urgency and accuracy with an execution mindset
- Demonstrable ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- Strong executive presence and presentation skills
Desired Qualifications:
- Financial market knowledge
- Knowledge of C, Embedded Systems & Networking
Please note: HPR currently does not provide employment sponsorship