We are hiring an Engineering Manager - Software Development

Who We Are, What We Do, Where We Are Going

 Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets and other IoT related devices. We are continually innovating so that our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their communities, countries and companies. 

 Headquartered out of Waterloo, ON but with over 400 employees spread out globally, Magnet is continuing to expand and grow. Where we are today, is not where we want to be tomorrow. 

Engineering Manager - Software Development – REVIEW TEAM

 Position available in Waterloo/Halifax/Ottawa/ Calgary and remote

 Your Team

 The REVIEW teams are located throughout Canada (Waterloo, Calgary and Halifax) and are responsible for building and maintaining our digital evidence management and collaboration product. The amount of data captured during a law enforcement investigation is constantly growing. The REVIEW product provides a way for more collaborators to engage with the digital evidence sooner. 

 This growing group is looking for an Engineering Manager - Software Development who’s focused on delivery, customer success and career development. We partner tightly with our Product Management, Project Management and Forensics Examiners to help us in our day-to-day.

 The Engineering team is focused on producing software that solves the most important problems facing digital forensics professionals today. Our algorithms make sense of data that is often hidden, corrupted, or incomplete. We write fast code because we know that minutes can make a difference in national terrorism cases and life-or-death situations. We are a community of smart, passionate, humble people who recognize that solving the industry’s toughest problems requires constant collaboration, continuous learning, and frequent doses of humour.

What you will accomplish

• Ensure teams are working effectively to deliver high quality software
• Lead a team of developers and testers including career growth, coaching and goal setting
• Ensure customer success through support of our Professional Services and Technical support teams
• Provide mentorship to employees to achieve goals and maximize their potential
• Responsible for working with team members to coordinate with all other groups involved in product development
• Communicate with different teams internal and/or external to collaborate on the projects
• Utilizes knowledge of technical and business drivers to define quality solutions that meet the needs of customers

What we are looking for

• We’re looking for someone who checks off most, but not all, of the boxes listed in “skills and experiences”. It’s more important to us to find candidates who can display indicators of success through skills they have developed and experiences they have been a part of. We want to be part of your development journey, and we’ll learn as much from you as you learn from us. 

There are a couple of must haves, but we will keep that list short: 

• 5+ years of experience in leading small to medium sized software development teams
• Excellent communication, collaboration and leadership abilities
• Strong judgment, prioritization, and decision-making abilities
• Drives a culture of accountability

In addition, may have some of the following skills and experiences:

• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Partnership & collaboration skills to work across organizations and lead cross-functional teams
• Analytical skills to develop quick yet sound solutions to resolve complex issues
• Good conflict resolution and negotiating skills
• Can help build a culture of feedback
• Can foster a culture of change acceptance so we can scale effectively
• Demonstrated ability to have fun in a diverse way in the workplace
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience

The Most Important Thing

• We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet InteGRITy in their previous experiences: 
• Greater Good – We think beyond our own interests and strive to improve communities around the world. This demonstrates our passion for making a difference in the world. 
• Respect – We hold ourselves accountable through transparent sharing of information and we have faith in each other’s abilities 
• Innovation – We lead the industry in excellence and reliability while keeping the user experience simple and relevant. We are not afraid to push the boundaries to stay ahead of our competitors. 
• Teamwork – We collaborate internally and externally, while caring about each other and listening to our customers. 

We’re committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways.

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

 We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please let our talent team know, or you can email aoda@magnetforensics.com.

Please use the following link to apply to the Role:

https://jobs.lever.co/magnetforensics/84bffc9c-8aef-4922-9c9a-57662fd0074a