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Senior Manager, Engineering

NielsenIQ
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Feb 2026
💰 $140,000/yr($114,800/yr$140,000/yr)

About the role

Company Description

R25_0025458

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the design, development, and delivery of large-scale enterprise services built on Java and Python, with a strong focus on Identity & Access Management (IDM)cloud-native platforms (Azure or equivalent), and GenAI-powered capabilities.

This role blends technical depthpeople leadership, and execution excellence, driving high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions while growing and mentoring high-performing engineering teams.

Job Description

Engineering Leadership & Delivery

  • Lead a high-performing engineering team delivering enterprise-grade Java and Python microservices at scale.
  • Own end-to-end delivery: planning, execution, quality, reliability, and operational excellence.
  • Drive cloud-native architectures using Azure (or equivalent) with a focus on scalability, security, and cost optimization.
  • Ensure strong SDLC discipline, CI/CD automation, and production readiness.

Identity & Security

  • Lead development and integration of IDM / CIAM solutions (authentication, authorization, SSO, OAuth/OIDC, RBAC).
  • Partner with Security teams to embed secure-by-design principles, compliance, and vulnerability management.
  • Champion application security best practices across SAST, DAST, SCA, and secrets management.

GenAI & Innovation

  • Identify and drive practical GenAI use cases across platforms (e.g., developer productivity, intelligent workflows, data insights).
  • Guide teams in integrating LLMs, APIs, and AI services responsibly, with attention to governance, privacy, and cost controls.
  • Balance innovation with enterprise standards and operational maturity.

People & Talent Leadership

  • Hire, coach, and develop senior/mid/Jr engineers.
  • Set clear goals, expectations, and career paths; conduct performance reviews and succession planning.
  • Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Product, Architecture, Security, Platform, and Business stakeholders to align priorities and roadmaps.
  • Translate business needs into technical strategy and execution plans.
  • Communicate progress, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to executive audiences.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • 10-15 years of software engineering experience, with 5+ years in engineering management.
  • Strong hands-on background in Java and/or Python enterprise services and microservices architectures.
  • Proven experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS/GCP acceptable).
  • Solid understanding of IDM / IAM / CIAM concepts and implementations.
  • Experience leading teams building high-availability, secure, distributed systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver complex programs on time with high quality.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience integrating or building GenAI-powered solutions in enterprise environments.
  • Knowledge of event-driven architectures, APIs, and service mesh patterns.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps, observability, and SRE practices.
  • Experience managing large, globally distributed teams.
  • Cloud or security certifications (Azure, AWS, CISSP, etc.).

Additional Information

Additional information

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: 114,800.00 - 140,000.00 Annual USD

Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more.

US Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental, and vision).
  • Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (including company contributions).
  • Life and AD&D insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions.
  • Disa

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