Senior Manager- Software Engineering

Helping careers take flight. Reshaping an industry. Enable your career to be Made on Duck Creek.      

WHO WE ARE:     

Duck Creek Technologies is the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance industry. We are the platform upon which modern insurance systems are built, enabling industry to capitalize on the power of the cloud to run agile, intelligent, and evergreen operations. Our modern SaaS solutions help insurers set a new standard and revolutionize how consumers interact with insurance companies.      

Authenticity, purpose, and transparency are core to Duck Creek, and we believe insurance should be there for individuals and businesses when, where, and how they need it most. Our market-leading solutions are available on a standalone basis or as a full suite, and all are available via Duck Creek OnDemand. With more than 1,000 successful implementations to date, Duck Creek removes the IT burden for insurers so they can focus on the business of insurance.     

We have a flock of more than 1,700 employees across the globe and are proud to be a Flexible-First employer. We empower our employees with the choice of working from an office, from home, or on a hybrid schedule. Our flexible-first environment fosters productivity, inclusion, collaboration, and ensures consistent employee experience regardless of location.     

If working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving company that is transforming one of the world’s oldest and largest industries sounds exciting, let us know. We are excited you are considering Duck Creek as a future employer and hope you decide to join “The Flock”!     

To learn more about us, visit www.duckcreek.com and follow us on our social channels for the latest information – LinkedIn and Twitter.  

TITLE: Senior Manager, Engineering 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:   

• The Senior Manager, Engineering at Duck Creek Technologies is responsible for leading a team of software engineers in the design, development, and delivery of cutting-edge solutions for the insurance technology space.  

• This role involves overseeing multiple engineering teams, driving technical excellence, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products.  

• The Senior Manager, Engineering will collaborate closely with other senior leaders in product management, operations, and customer success to align development activities with business objectives.  

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to team members, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. 

• Ensure the timely delivery of projects by actively managing team workloads, priorities, and deadlines. 

• Drive the adoption of best practices in coding standards, testing, security, and performance to ensure engineering excellence. 

• Manage performance, conduct regular one-on-one meetings, and provide feedback and coaching to team members. 

• Facilitate the career development of team members by identifying training needs, providing development opportunities, and conducting performance evaluations. 

• Oversee resource planning and allocation to ensure teams are equipped to meet project demands and timelines. 

• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, hire, and onboard top engineering talent. 

• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment that aligns with Duck Creek’s values and business goals. 

• Develop and manage the engineering budget, ensuring efficient resource utilization and cost management.  

WHAT YOU’VE DONE:      

• Degree preferred or equivalent years of practical job experience in a similar function or role.  

• Total Work Experience: 6+ years (software development) with at least 4 years in .NET Core 

• Leadership Experience: 3+ years leading other developers. 

• Lead and manage multiple engineering teams responsible for the development, testing, and deployment of software solutions. 

• Develop and implement engineering strategies, practices, and processes that support scalable, high-quality, and reliable software products. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Quality Assurance, and Operations to align technical initiatives with business objectives. 

• The position requires a deep understanding of software development, people management, and the ability to manage complex projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND BEHAVIORS: 

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. 

• In-depth understanding of modern software development methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and DevOps practices. 

• Proficiency in managing complex software development projects with competing priorities and deadlines. 

• Proficiency in software and development tools, such as .NET (C#), Python, PowerShell, Kafka or RabbitMQ, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.  

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions. 

• Expertise in cloud computing platforms such as Azure, AWS or Google Cloud. 

• Knowledge of software architecture principles, including microservices, APIs, and containerization. 

• Ability to foster a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. 

• Proven ability to manage forecasts and resource planning in an engineering organization. 

• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and process optimization. 

• Ability to manage conflict and resolve complex team dynamics. 

• Strategic thinking with a focus on long-term planning and aligning engineering efforts with business goals. 

• High emotional intelligence and ability to manage diverse teams effectively. 

WHAT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION YOU MAY WANT TO KNOW:     

• Travel: 0-10%   

• Location: Remote Poland   

• Work Authorization: Legally authorized to work in the country of job location. The Company does not sponsor visa petitions for this position.   

WHAT WE STAND FOR:        

Our global company celebrates & leverages the differences each employee brings to the table. Our success is a direct result of an inclusive culture where opportunities to learn from one another occur regardless of title, seniority, or background. This collaborative and team-oriented approach is at the core of how we operate and continuously improve our products, services, and systems.  As such, Duck Creek is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants – to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital, military, or any other protected status.         

We strive to be an example to the world of inclusion, diversity, and equity in all things – where employees are free to be their authentic selves in the workplace and in the communities in which we live. We believe in leading by example and are proud of the diversity of our team and our shared commitment to our Core Values: We Prioritize Respect; We Listen; We Care; We Add Value; and We Lead.