What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Manager position at iStaff?
Our client is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead their development team and drive the architectural vision for their eCommerce platforms. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, ensuring systems are robust, scalable, and aligned with business goals.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team including Full Stack Developers, Shopify Leads, Systems Integration Engineers, and eCommerce Analysts.
- Conduct performance reviews, address personnel issues, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, and professional development for technical staff.
Systems Architecture & Technical Ownership
- Translate business requirements into scalable system architectures.
- Design, document, and communicate architectural decisions for new and existing systems.
- Establish coding standards, system maintenance, and launch protocols.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with finance, operations, customer care, and other teams in an omni-channel sales and logistics environment.
- Partner with Product Owners to prioritize requirements and deliver technical solutions.
- Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and business units.
Process & Quality Management
- Oversee development processes, including code reviews, release management, and sprint planning.
- Ensure systems meet best practices and industry standards.
- Promote continuous improvement in workflow efficiency, system reliability, and team productivity.
Technical Expertise
- Architect and oversee integrations with Shopify, ERP systems, and third-party tools.
- Evaluate new technologies for compatibility and strategic fit.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex system integration issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience managing technical teams, preferably in an eCommerce environment.
- Strong experience with APIs and system integration (RESTful services, webhooks, middleware).
- Hands-on experience integrating platforms such as Shopify, ERP, and Data Warehouses.
- Proficiency in SQL and relational databases for data modeling and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with SDLC and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated testing frameworks.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in personnel management, performance reviews, and team development.
Location
This position is based in Charleston, SC