Software Engineering Manager

Posted 22 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in Austin, TX
Remote
Senior level
eCommerce
Saatva is the original DTC mattress industry disruptor, founded on the principle that everyone deserves quality sleep.
The Role
The Software Engineering Manager will lead and mentor a team of engineers, manage projects using Agile methodologies, and ensure alignment between technical outputs and business objectives. Responsibilities include performance evaluations, managing compensation, and fostering a positive team culture while collaborating with product and design teams to enhance engineering outcomes.
Summary Generated by Built In

Saatva, a leader in the direct-to-consumer sleep industry, is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager with expertise in AWS development technologies and best practices. In this role, you will lead a diverse technical team using Agile methodologies to deliver on both customer-facing and internal projects, ranging from storefront and user experience enhancements to logistics, delivery, and DevOps infrastructure. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will foster a positive and productive team culture while providing mentorship and driving accountability to meet business objectives.

Who We Are

Saatva is a luxury mattress and home furnishings brand with a mission to help every consumer experience a great night’s sleep. But we’re about more than just mattresses — we believe in conscious business practices and cultivating goodness in all we do. From the materials in our products to how we treat customers and colleagues, we strive to make a positive impact. At Saatva, we value personal and professional growth in a collaborative, fun, and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.

What You Will Do

  • Lead, mentor, train, and hire engineers across multiple teams
  • Use Agile practices to coach teams and facilitate ceremonies
  • Conduct regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and manage compensation
  • Communicate technical and strategic concepts to business stakeholders
  • Manage vendors, consultants, and contracts to meet business objectives
  • Translate business needs into actionable engineering tasks and processes
  • Partner with Product Management and Design to enhance engineering output
  • Identify opportunities for engineers' career growth and development
  • Collaborate with HR to foster a positive employee experience
  • Create and nurture an inclusive, high-performance work environment

What You Will Need

Experience:

  • 7+ years of experience in a technical software engineering role
  • 3+ years of experience as a hiring manager
  • Expertise in AWS development technologies and best practices

Personal Characteristics:

  • Business-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to lead and represent technical teams with confidence
  • Eagerness to provide creative, timely solutions to challenges
  • Open to diverse opinions and personalities

Nice to Have:

  • BS in Computer Science
  • Experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Adobe Commerce), logistics, and/or financial systems
  • Proficiency in Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, and React

Why Join Our Team?

  • Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with employer match, Bonus, and more
  • Collaborative & Positive Environment: Grow with us as we scale rapidly, making a meaningful impact along the way
  • Career Development: Opportunities to advance professionally and work on exciting projects

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Whitestone Home Furnishings, LLC, we are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusiveness, as demonstrated through our recruitment, retention and employee development programs, and are committed to the hiring, retention and success of diverse candidates. We maintain an environment that respects and builds on the assets and talents of each person, valuing their differences. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate against qualified job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, and gender identity or expression), sexual and reproductive health decisions, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status (including past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services), genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, caregiver status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. This policy extends to all aspects of the employment hiring process, including but not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, and benefits.

Top Skills

JavaScript
Ruby

What the Team is Saying

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The Company
Austin, TX
350 Employees
Remote Workplace
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

All of Saatva’s handcrafted mattresses and home furnishings are made to order in the USA and sold directly to the consumer through our website and growing retail locations.

Just as we strive to bring an elevated and transparent experience to our customers, we work to build a culture of collaboration and authenticity among employees. We believe our greatest potential is reached when we empower each other.

Why Work With Us

At Saatva, one of our core values is bringing our authentic selves to work and embracing the concept of total life success—continuously striving for growth and improvement in all areas of our lives.

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Saatva Offices

Remote Workspace

Employees work remotely.

At Saatva, all corporate employees operate in a remote-first environment, with key employee hubs in Austin, TX and New York City.

Typical time on-site: None
Austin, TX

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