FIS

Sr Manager, Software Engineering

FIS$130K — $155K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of leadership experience in engineering
  • Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams
  • Strong background in technology strategy and modernization initiatives
  • 5+ years of experience in Agile delivery and DevSecOps
  • Established track record in using engineering metrics
  • Skilled in balancing multiple technical and client obligations
  • Excellent communication skills for both technical and business audiences

Responsibilities

  • Create and execute engineering roadmaps aligned with product and client needs
  • Lead software and quality engineering teams through all development phases
  • Drive modernization initiatives for data and analytics platforms
  • Monitor and ensure delivery and operational outcomes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership stakeholders
  • Develop and foster an accountable and inclusive engineering culture

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to influence technology strategy in financial services
  • Leadership role in enterprise modernization and cloud analytics
  • Access to career development resources and growth opportunities
  • Collaborative and flexible work environment supporting community initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the team

The IBS Business Intelligence engineering organization delivers enterprise data, analytics, and reporting capabilities that support financial institutions. The team is modernizing established platforms, expanding cloud capabilities, improving engineering automation, and strengthening secure, reliable delivery. Team members collaborate across software engineering, quality engineering, product, architecture, service delivery, cybersecurity, and risk.

Current and future sponsorship are not available for this position

Milwaukee, WI Hybrid (three in-office, two days virtual)

What you will be doing

As a Senior Manager of Software Engineering, you will lead a multidisciplinary engineering organization responsible for strategic planning, delivery, modernization, security, and operational excellence. You will translate product and business priorities into sustainable engineering roadmaps, develop technical leaders, and ensure solutions deliver measurable value for clients and the business.

  • Create and execute engineering roadmaps that align product strategy, client needs, technology investments, and long-term modernization objectives.
  • Lead software engineering and quality engineering teams across planning, design, development, testing, release, production support, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive modernization of enterprise data and analytics platforms, including cloud adoption, automation, observability, technical-debt reduction, and responsible use of AI-assisted engineering.
  • Own delivery and operational outcomes by monitoring quality, reliability, security, release readiness, dependencies, client impact, and engineering productivity.
  • Partner with product, architecture, service delivery, cybersecurity, risk, and senior leadership to communicate strategy, resolve complex issues, and make informed investment and priority decisions.
  • Develop an accountable and inclusive engineering organization through clear performance expectations, coaching, career development, succession planning, and leadership development.


What you bring

  • At least 7 to 10 years' experience as a leader.
  • Proven experience leading managers, technical leaders, software engineers, and quality engineers responsible for enterprise applications or platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop technology strategies and lead complex, multi-team modernization or transformation initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles, Agile delivery, DevSecOps, testing, release management, observability, and production support. (5+ years of experience)
  • Experience establishing and using engineering metrics to improve quality, reliability, delivery predictability, productivity, and operational performance.
  • Ability to balance product delivery, platform sustainability, technical debt, security, regulatory obligations, and client commitments.
  • Executive-level communication and influence skills, including the ability to explain technical strategy, risks, tradeoffs, investment needs, and outcomes to technical and business stakeholders.


Bonus if you have

  • Experience leading cloud-based data, analytics, business intelligence, or AI-enabled platforms.
  • Knowledge of Snowflake, Oracle, SAP BusinessObjects, DataStage, dbt, or comparable enterprise data and analytics technologies. (5+ years of experience)
  • Financial-services experience, including exposure to client reporting, data governance, PCI, audit, cybersecurity, or risk-management processes.
  • Experience leading geographically distributed teams and implementing AI-assisted development, test automation, or engineering productivity practices.


What we offer you

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to shape the technology strategy for business-critical financial-services platforms.
  • Leadership responsibility across enterprise modernization, cloud data, analytics, security, quality, and operational excellence.
  • Career development tools, resources, and opportunities to grow technical and organizational leadership capabilities.
  • A collaborative, flexible, and respectful work environment with opportunities to support communities and charitable causes.


Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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About FIS

Fidelity National Information Solutions is the nation’s most comprehensive source for real estate-related data, technology solutions.

FIS Careers

Join the vibrant team at FIS, a global leader in financial services technology. With a workforce of over 55,000 worldwide, FIS fosters a culture of innovation and leadership, offering unmatched opportunities for growth and professional development. Work You’ll Do At FIS, we empower the financial world with cutting-edge technology solutions, and we need your unique skills to help us redefine the future of finance. Whether you're looking for a position in software development, project management, or client services, FIS offers a dynamic range of job opportunities. Transform the Industry Be part of a team that is at the forefront of driving innovation in banking, payments, capital markets, and wealth management. FIS is where finance meets technology. By joining us, you will not only transform businesses but shape the way the world uses money. Innovative Work Environment FIS is committed to fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. With diversity training and leadership programs, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is integral to our mission to empower the world with better financial technology. Career Growth and Development FIS believes in nurturing talent and leadership from within. With a plethora of training programs, workshops, and seminars, FIS is dedicated to your career advancement. From internships to leadership roles, your journey at FIS is filled with endless possibilities. Our robust networking events and professional development sessions ensure you have the tools to succeed in your career. Benefits and Culture Choosing a career at FIS means joining a family that values work-life balance and offers substantial benefits. Enjoy health, vision, and dental insurance, competitive retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Our culture promotes not just professional growth but personal well-being. Join Our Team Explore the numerous job opportunities at FIS where your skills can lead to meaningful outcomes. We are continuously hiring curious, creative, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive change in the fintech industry. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest in career opportunities and company news by joining our FIS Careers Network. Tailor your job search with personalized alerts and get insider tips that can help you craft the perfect resume and ace your interviews. Discover how your career can flourish by joining a team that’s dedicated to redefining the financial services landscape. Search FIS jobs today and see where your ambition can take you! [SEARCH FIS JOBS] Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. [READ CAREERS BLOG] Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at FIS.
Learn more about FIS
Size
65,000 employees
Market Cap
$39.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$158 million
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+9.5%
Revenue
$12.5 billion
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