Senior Engineering Manager at Codazen

Irvine, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, ConsultingIndustries

Requirements

  • 12+ years of software engineering experience, including at least 4+ years in engineering management roles
  • Hands-on experience as a full-stack engineer (e.g., JavaScript, PHP, Java, React.js) and comfort across frontend, backend, APIs, and infrastructure
  • Proven track record of leading high-performing software engineering teams
  • Experience delivering impactful digital products
  • Experience managing client relationships in an agency or consultancy setting
  • Technical depth, leadership, business acumen, and delivery oversight
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
  • Ability to build client trust and drive strategic growth while maintaining engineering excellence

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of software engineers and production staff (e.g. project managers, product managers, BA, QA) to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions
  • Provide architectural and technical direction across the full stack (frontend, backend, APIs, infrastructure)
  • Drive adoption of best-in-class engineering practices, tools, and processes
  • Ensure teams are continuously improving in efficiency, quality, and technical innovation
  • Manage technical debt and maintain sustainable development velocity
  • Act as the primary point of contact for client delivery and relationship management
  • Develop a trusted advisor relationship with client stakeholders, aligning delivery to strategic goals
  • Proactively manage client expectations, mitigate concerns, and lead executive-level syncs as needed
  • Ensure successful delivery of all scoped work—on time, on budget, and to quality standards
  • Oversee execution strategy, staffing plans, and team velocity to maintain healthy project outcomes
  • Make critical trade-off decisions and maintain delivery excellence culture
  • Collaborate with TPMs or serve in a dual-delivery/technical lead role when needed
  • Own P&L responsibility for one or more projects, ensuring margin and profitability targets are met
  • Collaborate with Finance on forecasting, billing cadence, and revenue recognition
  • Author and approve SOWs, renewals, and change orders with a keen eye on scope and value
  • Identify upsell opportunities, pitch new scopes, and extend long-term client roadmaps
  • Recruit, structure, and grow diverse, high-performing engineering teams
  • Act as a functional manager providing performance feedback, coaching, and mentorship
  • Foster a culture of accountability, psychological safety, and career development
  • Collaborate with the Resource Manager to plan staffing and team compositions across project phases
  • Own project-level decisions, resolving issues with clarity and diplomacy
  • Escalate strategic risks to executive leadership when necessary
  • Ensure adherence to contractual, operational, and ethical standards

Skills

Engineering Leadership
Technical Strategy
Full Stack Development
Frontend
Backend
APIs
Infrastructure
Mentoring
Client Relationship Management
Project Delivery

Codazen

Develops enterprise applications and software solutions

About Codazen

Codazen develops enterprise applications while promoting a culture of continuous learning and personal growth among its team members. The engineers at Codazen focus on creating software that is not only functional but also user-friendly and efficient. They engage in complex projects that challenge their skills, often incorporating fun activities like Dungeons and Dragons and Nerf gun battles to foster teamwork and creativity. What sets Codazen apart from its competitors is its emphasis on cultivating a team of humble experts who are passionate about making a positive impact through their work. The company's goal is to build beautiful software that enhances user experiences and meets the needs of their clients.

Irvine, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options
Profit Sharing
Company Bonus
Income Protection Plans

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Adobe and Unity in immersive technology.
Rapid technological changes may render Codazen's offerings obsolete without continuous innovation.
Over-reliance on major partnerships like Meta poses strategic risks.

Differentiation

Codazen creates immersive digital experiences using its innovative Ready3D platform.
Partnership with Meta showcases Codazen's capability in pioneering immersive email campaigns.
Collaboration with Utah State University enhances Codazen's research in immersive technologies.

Upsides

Growing demand for 3D and VR technologies aligns with Codazen's expertise.
Rise of personalized marketing strategies offers expansion opportunities for Codazen.
Collaboration with academic institutions provides Codazen a competitive edge.

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