JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Sr Manager Software Engineering – Digital Applications
Location: Northfield, IL
Reports To: Director of Digital & Ecommerce

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, Software Engineering – Digital Applications to lead the development and delivery of modern digital applications grounded in composable architecture and built for scale, agility, and user impact. This role demands a strong balance of technical depth, agile execution excellence, and business acumen.
You will be responsible for leading product-centric engineering teams and playing a critical role in business relationship m anagement (BRM), actively partnering with business stakeholders to align technology initiatives with strategic goals. As a trusted advisor and strategic liaison between IT and the business, you’ll ensure that digital application capabilities enable measurable outcomes and drive continuous value.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software engineering with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in leading digital application delivery using modern web frameworks (e.g., React, Next.js, .NET Core, Java).
• Strong technical experience with composable architecture, APIs, microservices, and MACH principles.
• Deep understanding of Agile/SAFe methodologies, value stream mapping, and lean delivery models.
• Demonstrated success as a Business Relationship Manager (BRM) or similar role partnering with senior business stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills; able to influence across business and technology teams.
• Experience managing geographically distributed teams and vendor/partner relationships.