Software Engineering Manager; Backend SaaS

Position: Software Engineering Manager (Backend SaaS)
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a  Software Engineering Manager (Backend SaaS)  in  Canada .

This role is a high-impact leadership opportunity to drive the development and evolution of a major backend SaaS platform. You will lead a distributed engineering team, shaping technical architecture, modernizing systems, and ensuring high-quality, scalable software delivery. The position involves mentoring engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, and collaborating closely with product and cross-functional teams. You will be responsible for defining technical strategy, overseeing project execution, and aligning engineering goals with broader business objectives.

The ideal candidate thrives in remote, globally distributed environments, has deep expertise in backend development (Python or Golang), and is passionate about both technology and team growth.

Accountabilities:

Build, lead, and grow a high-performing engineering team, providing mentorship and career development

Define and execute engineering roadmaps for backend SaaS systems

Contribute hands‑on to code, architecture, and design reviews to ensure best practices

Oversee agile development practices and project delivery across distributed teams

Collaborate with product managers, other engineering teams, and stakeholders to align priorities

Foster a healthy, collaborative engineering culture, ensuring clarity, accountability, and innovation

Manage expectations and communications for technical delivery, risks, and progress

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or related field

Proven experience managing and growing engineering teams in a backend SaaS environment

Strong software development background in Python or Golang, with hands‑on architectural experience

Practical experience with Linux system administration and distributed systems

Solid understanding of agile methodologies, modern software practices, and cloud-native architectures

Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, globally distributed environment

Passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing engineering talent

Benefits:

Competitive salary with annual performance reviews and bonus opportunities

Fully remote, globally distributed work environment with 4-6 weeks of travel per year for team events

Personal learning and development budget

Recognition and rewards programs

Generous annual holiday leave and maternity/paternity leave

Wellness programs and access to professional support services

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge SaaS technologies and globally distributed teams

Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an  AI-powered matching process  to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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