Join Our Mission At Indeed, the world's leading job site, we are dedicated to helping individuals navigate their job search successfully. We focus on creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace, allowing everyone to feel empowered to be their true selves. We invite passionate innovators to join our teams to deliver the best user experiences for job seekers. Your Daily Impact As a Lead Software Engineering Manager at Indeed, you will lead and nurture a talented team focused on developing and improving software systems that enhance user experiences on a large scale. Your main goal will be to create an environment where engineers can thrive by offering clear direction, removing obstacles, and promoting both technical and personal growth. In this crucial role, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to transform business requirements into actionable technical initiatives. You will balance leadership with technical skills, guiding decisions while empowering your team to create innovative solutions. Additionally, you will be pivotal in long-term planning, ensuring reliable outcomes while continuously improving systems and practices. Key Responsibilities Lead the team's delivery roadmap, aligning project priorities with business and product goals. Work alongside engineering colleagues, product managers, UX designers, and program managers to formulate and execute a comprehensive long-term strategy. Mentor and support engineers at various levels, from fresh talent to seasoned professionals. Create a self-organizing environment that empowers the team to deliver consistently on time while maintaining a sustainable pace. Enhance technical quality by setting clear standards for excellence, adhering to processes, and following engineering best practices. Facilitate technical problem-solving by encouraging practical decisions and fostering open discussions about trade-offs. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics. A minimum of 5 years in professional software engineering. At least 2 years in a management or technical leadership role with personnel responsibilities. Demonstrated success in delivering large-scale projects across multiple teams while establishing effective engineering practices. Familiarity with contemporary software development technologies and architectures, such as service-oriented systems, APIs, and web or backend frameworks. Experience with data-intensive systems or applied machine learning is a plus but not essential. Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to various audiences. Competitive Salary Range The salary range for this position is as follows: US Remote: $143,000 - $207,000 per year Austin Metro Area: $143,000 - $207,000 per year Scottsdale Metro Area: $143,000 - $207,000 per year NYC Metro Area: $184,000 - $266,000 per year Seattle Metro Area: $184,000 - $266,000 per year San Francisco Metro Area: $196,000 - $284,000 per year Benefits and Wellbeing We offer a variety of benefits to support our team members and their families, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan, equity incentive programs, open paid time off, 11 paid holidays a year, and up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave. Commitment to Equal Opportunity Indeed is fully committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including individuals with disabilities and those with criminal records, as we strive to give everyone a fair chance at employment. Application Deadline The deadline to apply for this position is February 23, 2026. Job postings may be extended based on applicant volume.
