Engineering Manager, Software Engineering (Java Backend)

About the role

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Engineering Manager, Software Engineering (Java Backend) based in the United States.

In this role, you’ll combine hands-on Java backend engineering with people leadership, guiding a team responsible for modernizing and maintaining critical enterprise applications and services. You’ll shape technical architecture and delivery using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices while remaining closely involved in coding, design reviews, and complex problem-solving. Alongside technical direction, you’ll coach engineers, support career development, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. You’ll work across engineering, product, architecture, and program teams to align priorities and deliver reliable solutions that meet mission-critical public-sector needs. The position is fully remote within the United States and offers the opportunity to contribute to digital services that improve experiences and outcomes for Veterans and their families.

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Lead and support a team of software engineers developing, enhancing, and maintaining Java-based backend applications and services.

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Provide hands-on technical leadership through architecture, technical design, code reviews, troubleshooting, and development contributions as needed.

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Guide the design and delivery of scalable backend solutions using Java 17+, Spring, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices.

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Manage and develop team members through regular one-on-ones, coaching, performance feedback, career planning, and professional development.

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Collaborate with engineers, architects, product managers, and program leaders to establish technical priorities and align delivery with program objectives.

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Help engineers take ownership of complex technical challenges involving API architecture, service integration, data access, and enterprise application modernization.

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Establish and reinforce engineering standards for maintainable code, automated testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement.

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Support Agile delivery through sprint planning, technical estimation, prioritization, and the identification and resolution of engineering blockers.

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Identify technical risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities, communicating clearly with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

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Partner with customer technical teams and architects to ensure solutions meet program requirements and engineering standards.

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Contribute to hiring, technical interviews, onboarding, and ongoing team development.

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Balance engineering delivery and technical contributions with people management, team engagement, and performance responsibilities.