Basis is a leading global provider of automation software designed specifically for enterprise marketers. Our platform, Basis, is the industry’s only comprehensive digital media solution that seamlessly integrates programmatic, site-direct, advanced TV, search, and social media within a single interface. By unifying these functions, Basis simplifies complex and disconnected media operations, automates repetitive tasks, and minimizes manual processes, enabling marketing teams to focus on strategy and creativity. Our software is built to consolidate various tools and systems, driving productivity while ensuring that advertisers maximize the performance of their multi-channel media investments. With features that streamline workflows and improve efficiency, Basis delivers a powerful solution for optimizing campaign outcomes across multiple channels. Headquartered in Chicago, Basis is recognized not only for our innovative technology but also for our dedication to creating an outstanding workplace culture. Our commitment to our people and our customers underpins everything we do, as we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in digital marketing automation.
Manager, Software Engineering
Location
United States + 1 moreAll locations: United States, Canada
Posted
60 days ago
Salary
$83.9K - $109.0K / year
Job Description
Role Description
This role operates as a true player-coach: you will lead the team while also contributing hands-on to architecture, design, and implementation. You will also contribute by:
- Developing strong relationships with Product Management, UX, QA, and partner Engineering teams to ensure smooth execution of projects with many interconnected dependencies.
- Managing and mentoring your direct reports through clear expectation-setting, regular feedback, and proactive support for career growth, ownership, and accountability.
- Demonstrating deep expertise in financial systems to anticipate risks across accounting, data validation, compliance, and integration complexity, while ensuring technical solutions align with business objectives.
- Establishing and upholding high standards of quality, reliability, observability, security, and data integrity within the integrations space.
- Driving successful delivery of integration features by managing scope, timelines, and cross-team dependencies—ensuring solutions are correct, stable, and aligned with financial workflows.
- Building and retaining a strong engineering team with expertise in system integrations, data pipelines, and financial systems—leveraging both internal recruiting processes and your own network.
- Creating and sustaining a positive, high-performing, inclusive culture. Set expectations for respectful and inclusive behavior, foster open communication, and encourage diverse perspectives. Celebrate team achievements and individual contributions to build morale and drive engagement.
- Taking an active role in the career development of your direct reports—championing their growth, strengths, and long-term success.
Qualifications
- Min 8 years of experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- 2 years of management experience.
- Strong technical skills in designing and scaling applications in a microservice architecture.
- Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported.
- Thoughtful approach to collaboration, design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning.
- Ability to effectively contribute code within our technology stack.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (bonus points).
- Experience with entire development cycle of projects in a fast-paced workplace (bonus points).
- Excited by a fast-paced product development environment (bonus points).
- Ad-tech or Fin-tech experience (bonus points).
Benefits
- Flexible work week.
- 401k/RRSP matching.
- Mental health support.
- Paid sabbaticals.
- Generous parental leave.
- Flexible work options.
- Recognition as a top workplace, including Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work 2025, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago.
Job Requirements
- Min 8 years of experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- 2 years of management experience.
- Strong technical skills in designing and scaling applications in a microservice architecture.
- Commitment to creating inclusive, respectful environments where all voices are valued and supported.
- Thoughtful approach to collaboration, design, and decision-making that prioritizes equity, access, and continuous learning.
- Ability to effectively contribute code within our technology stack.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (bonus points).
- Experience with entire development cycle of projects in a fast-paced workplace (bonus points).
- Excited by a fast-paced product development environment (bonus points).
- Ad-tech or Fin-tech experience (bonus points).
Benefits
- Flexible work week.
- 401k/RRSP matching.
- Mental health support.
- Paid sabbaticals.
- Generous parental leave.
- Flexible work options.
- Recognition as a top workplace, including Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work 2025, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago.
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