Senior Manager, Software Engineering

About the team

At Zillow Group, we leverage data to empower our customers to unlock life’s next chapter, and the Data Platform organization is at the forefront of this mission. The Data Platform Authoring team serves product development and analytics teams across Zillow Group by creating innovative tools that streamline the process of building new data products. We focus on developing the essential tools and processes that enable efficient data product generation, ensuring a seamless experience for our users. By integrating a variety of cutting-edge data tools such as Databricks, Hive, Tabular, Airflow, and Spark with ZG's infrastructure, we develop internal solutions that meet the diverse data needs of our users across the company.

About the role

As the Senior Software Development Manager for the Data Platform Authoring team, you will have the outstanding opportunity to lead and develop a diverse group of talented software engineers. Your role will be crucial in shaping the direction of our data initiatives and implementing strategies that align with Zillow Group's business objectives. You will be at the forefront of driving technological advancements that enhance our platform's functionality and user experience.

In this role, you will lead your team to develop essential platform tools and governance processes that empower internal users. Your work will enable teams across the company to efficiently create and share data, driving key business outcomes. By collaborating with the Data Platform Data Lifecycle team and engaging a diverse range of stakeholders—from technical engineers to data scientists and product managers—you will play a vital role in enhancing our data capabilities and overall user experience.

You will:

• Manage a team of 6-8 software development engineers encouraging an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to meet the evolving technology needs of Zillow, ensuring operational excellence.
• Build a vision that connects your team's work to the broader organizational goals, motivating them to achieve their best.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet the needs of our diverse user base.
• Uphold the utmost standards of data security and integrity, strictly following industry standard methodologies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve system performance and user happiness.
• Mentor and develop team members, enabling them to grow their skills and advance their careers.

This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.

In California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $201,700.00 - $322,300.00 Annually. This base pay range is specific to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC and may not be applicable to other locations.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.

Who you are

• An experienced leader with a minimum of 5 years in software development management, showcasing a history of guiding high-performing teams.
• Experienced in platform development and managing complex big data related projects.
• Passionate about mentoring and developing talent, with a dedication to encouraging an inclusive and encouraging work environment
• Adept at navigating fast-paced, dynamic environments, and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
• A skilled communicator, capable of explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies.
   

Get to know us

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