AltaML

Manager, Software Engineering

AltaML$140K — $170K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience, including 2+ years in a lead or management role.
  • Proven ability to drive architectural decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in managing and developing engineers at various levels.
  • Strong communication skills to engage with clients and stakeholders effectively.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML solutions and modern MLOps or software delivery practices.
  • Commitment to responsible and ethical AI practices.

Responsibilities

  • Guide teams on architectural decisions and set technical direction.
  • Remove blockers and facilitate technical discussions to keep projects on track.
  • Partner with delivery teams for on-time, on-scope project delivery.
  • Participate in technical guilds to foster knowledge sharing across pods.
  • Conduct regular 1:1s for team members focusing on growth and wellbeing.
  • Manage end-to-end quality assurance processes for delivered solutions.
  • Communicate progress and risks to internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Uncapped vacation policy for all full-time employees.
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on company success.
  • Collaborative work environment with PhD and Master’s level colleagues.
  • Competitive benefits package for full-time employees.
  • Hybrid work setup with state-of-the-art office spaces.
  • Strong emphasis on company culture encouraging social interactions and work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Role Summary The Manager, Software Engineering leads multiple developers across delivery pods with accountability for both technical excellence and team health. This role owns the architectural integrity of solutions across teams, removes engineering blockers, and ensures delivery meets quality and timeline commitments. The Manager is equally responsible for growing a high-performing team and maintaining the trust of clients and internal stakeholders through transparent, reliable execution. What You'll Do: Technical Execution & Oversight - Guide teams on architectural decisions, set technical direction, and ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with company standards. - Remove engineering blockers and facilitate cross-functional technical discussions to keep delivery on track. - Partner with the delivery team to ensure on-time, on-scope delivery across all active projects. - Lead or actively participate in cross-pod technical guilds (e.g., Frontend, AI/ML, DevOps). People Leadership & Development - Run regular 1:1s with direct reports focused on career growth, performance, and wellbeing. - Provide timely, constructive feedback and support individual development plans. - Foster an inclusive, psychologically safe team environment where engineers can do their best work. Responsible AI & Quality Assurance - Ensure models and systems are explainable, fair, and auditable throughout the solution lifecycle. - Uphold and champion AltaML's Responsible AI (RAI) guidelines and development best practices across all teams. - Manage end-to-end solution quality in partnership with pod leads, from design through deployment. Stakeholder & Client Coordination - Communicate team progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to internal stakeholders and external clients. - Maintain a strong comms loop with the delivery team to keep project requirements aligned. - Support pre-sales and business development by providing low-level solution architecture, demos, and technical Q&A on calls. Resource Planning & Hiring - Conduct hiring interviews and contribute to candidate assessment for engineering roles. - Assist with quarterly resource allocation planning across pods. What You Bring: - 5+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a technical lead or management role. - Demonstrated ability to drive architectural decisions and maintain engineering quality in a fast-paced delivery environment. - Experience managing and growing engineers across different levels. - Comfortable engaging directly with clients and stakeholders-you can translate technical complexity into clear, confident communication. - Familiarity with AI/ML solutions and modern MLOps or software delivery practices. - A track record of championing responsible, ethical AI and inclusive team culture. $140,000 - $170,000 a year This role requires a certain level of in-office presence, based out of our Toronto or Calgary office locations.

About AltaML

AltaML is a Canadian company that specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. AltaML offers a range of services, including data analysis, predictive modeling, and natural language processing. The company works with clients in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and energy. AltaML is committed to helping its clients leverage the power of AI to improve their operations and achieve their business goals.
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50 employees
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Founded
2018

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