[Remote] Manager Software Development - Mortgage Valuations Technology - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SitusAMC is where passionate individuals come to transform their careers in the real estate industry. They are seeking a Manager of Software Development for their Mortgage Valuations Technology team, responsible for overseeing a team of developers and QA, managing the delivery of systems that support residential mortgage valuation workflows, and ensuring high-quality software delivery.ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end delivery for a team of 10 across development and QA — setting standards, removing blockers, and holding the bar on quality and timelinesRun lean, pragmatic Agile delivery: sprint planning, backlog grooming, dependency management, and proactive risk escalationBe a visible technical presence — writing code, reviewing PRs, and pairing with engineers to move them forward, not just directing from a distanceMentor engineers at varying skill levels; build a culture where the team holds each other accountable and grows togetherPlan, prioritize, and allocate resources across multiple concurrent projects, balancing deadlines with quality standardsOversee the creation and maintenance of technical documentation standards — and ensure they are actually followedSet and enforce development standards across Python and .NET codebases — code quality, testing discipline, security, and performanceArchitect and guide integration of Python-based analytical tools with enterprise .NET systems via APIs and shared data infrastructureLead the team's adoption of AWS services for deployment, scalability, security, and operational reliabilityEvaluate and implement AI/ML tooling to improve developer productivity and automate routine tasksEnsure rigorous testing and debugging processes to deliver reliable, scalable software productsDrive innovation and continuous improvement in development practices and technology adoptionWork directly with quantitative analysts, valuations professionals, and business leaders who have high technical fluency — speak their language and earn their trustTranslate business requirements from mortgage valuation workflows into clear technical specificationsDemonstrate what 'good' looks like in software delivery to business stakeholders who may be sophisticated coders but less familiar with engineering discipline and SDLC best practicesCommunicate project status, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to leadership — no surprisesCollaborate with stakeholders to define product requirements and drive innovation aligned with business goalsSkills12+ years of software development experience, with at least 3–5 years in a technical leadership or engineering management roleHands-on Python proficiency — you can write it, review it, and raise the bar on it. This is non-negotiable; the business community this team serves runs on PythonBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent combination of education and experienceSolid working knowledge of .NET/C# — sufficient to oversee architecture decisions and conduct meaningful code reviewsExperience managing full delivery cycles: planning, resourcing, shipping, and iteratingDemonstrated ability to work with technically sophisticated non-engineering stakeholdersTrack record of coaching and developing engineers — not just managing throughputAWS experience: services, deployment patterns, security best practicesFluency with modern DevOps tooling: Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD pipelines, Jira or equivalentStrong grasp of OOP principles, API design, RESTful web services, and application integration patternsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; comfort presenting to senior leadershipExperience in financial services, particularly residential mortgage, valuations, or related quantitative domainsFamiliarity with residential mortgage analytics and valuation platforms — experience with tools such as Andrew Davidson (AD&Co), Intex, PolyPaths, Bloomberg, or CompassPoint is a strong differentiator; exposure to cashflow engines, pricing engines, or CAS (Collateral Analysis System) is a plusUnderstanding of how industry valuation tools integrate with or inform the software systems your team will build and maintainFamiliarity with structured and unstructured data at scale; experience with API design and integration patterns for rapidly evolving productsExposure to AI/ML tooling in a development context — using it to accelerate delivery, not just theorize about itExperience bridging quant/analytical teams and engineering teamsTypeScript, JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue)Experience managing UX and human-centered design processesBenefitsDiscretionary bonus as determined by bonus program guidelines, position eligibility and SitusAMC Senior Management approvalPTO and paid holidays, the terms of which are set forth in the program policiesAll full time employees also are eligible to participate in various benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and 401K; in each case in accordance with the terms of the applicable plansCompany OverviewSitusAMC provider of consulting, outsourcing, talent and technology solutions, supporting institutional lenders and investors. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.situsamc.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSitusAMC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2024, 3 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.