Senior Manager Software Engineering Full Stack People Leader (GraphQL)

December 15, 2025

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Job Description

Summary

The Senior Manager Software Engineering role provides people leadership and technical direction for building and scaling GraphQL as an enterprise platform. This position drives technical strategy, mentors engineering teams, and partners across the organization to deliver scalable, high quality API solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for GraphQL platform design, performance, security, and governance.
  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable and reliable GraphQL systems.
  • Partner with cross line of business teams to deliver enterprise API solutions.
  • Mentor and develop engineers while fostering a culture of quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Drive innovation by researching emerging GraphQL, AI, and developer experience best practices.
  • Resolve complex technical challenges and ensure delivery excellence.
  • Establish and enforce standards for code quality, testing, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Six or more years of software engineering experience.
  • One or more years of cloud computing experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Four or more years of people management experience.
  • Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem solving skills.

Tech Stack

GraphQL, APIs, JavaScript, Java, TypeScript, Python, SQL, Cloud Platforms AWS Azure Google Cloud & Agile Development Practices

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation aligned with market standards.
Health benefits, PTO, remote flexibility varies by client.

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday, flexible hours, occasional on call if applicable.

About the Client

Our client is a growing technology focused organization committed to building scalable digital solutions.

Why Join the Team?

  • Lead high impact enterprise initiatives shaping long term technical strategy.
  • Grow and mentor engineering talent across complex programs.
  • Collaborate in an environment focused on innovation and shared success.

How to Apply

Submit your resume to people@ignitetalentpartners.com. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.