Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of custom software solutions for consulting clients. Manage technical teams, guide engineers, translate business needs into technical solutions, advise stakeholders, oversee project delivery, and manage risks and dependencies across the software development lifecycle.
Point B helps organizations adapt and thrive as technology, AI, and constant disruption reshape how work gets done. For more than 30 years, we’ve connected strategy, execution, and technology so teams, systems, and decisions can move together under pressure. This work helps clients drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and accelerate time to value. We don’t stop at recommendations. We stay with the work through delivery to turn plans into measurable progress and lasting results.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Software Engineer Manager to join our consultancy and play a key role in delivering innovative, custom software solutions for our clients. This role is ideal for an experienced software professional with a strong ability to design solutions, architect systems, lead teams, and guide clients through the full implementation lifecycle. As a Software Engineer Manager, you will be responsible for understanding client business challenges, designing and structuring custom software solutions, and ensuring successful implementation by leading both internal teams and client stakeholders. Your expertise in solution design, software architecture, and project leadership will directly impact the success of our client engagements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Engage with clients to deeply understand their business problems and define technology solutions.
- Develop solution architecture that is technically feasible, aligns with business needs, and is broken down into structured components for implementation.
- Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable technical solutions. Team Leadership & Execution:
- Designs software architecture including structure, components, interactions, and guiding principles that is scalable, maintainable, and aligned with business needs.
- Lead development teams in the implementation of software solutions, ensuring software development best practices are followed.
- Provide technical direction, oversight, and guidance to engineers and consultants throughout the project lifecycle. Client & Project Management:
- Lead client stakeholders and project teams through the implementation process, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical execution.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, managing expectations, risks, and dependencies while ensuring successful solution delivery.
- Identifies potential risks, develops mitigation strategies, and recommends key project decisions.
Solution Design & Architecture:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
B.A. or B.S. or equivalent in computer science engineering (or equivalent degree or experience)
8+ years of experience developing software solutions for business users, including all aspects of the software development life cycle
Proven experience architecting software solutions and leading technical teams in software development projects.
Strong ability to engage with business leaders and clients, translating business problems into technical solutions.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Proven experience developing software products and/or solutions in Python for back-end and/or React/Next.js/Node.js for front-end
Experience with relational and non-relational databases (SQL, NoSQL)
Experience with APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
Experience with modern software development practices (Agile, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Consulting experience in software development or enterprise technology.
- Experience advising senior business and technical leaders.
- Exposure to multiple industries or deep experience in a single strategic vertical.
- Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring technical teams through delivery.
- Ability to contribute to firm-building activities and thought leadership.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The estimated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000 USD per year. This salary range is provided as required by local and state law as applicable. Individual salaries vary on a number of factors including but not limited to geography, skills, education, experience and unique qualifications where applicable.
Bonuses are awarded at Point B’s discretion and are based upon individual contributions and overall firm performance.
Employees hired on or after October 1 are not eligible to participate in the current year’s bonus or merit increase cycle. Eligibility will begin with the following performance cycle, in accordance with company policy.
Intrigued To Learn More?
When you apply, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will personally review your information. If your experience could be a match, we’ll contact you with next steps.
Why Join Point B?
At Point B, you’ll own meaningful work from day one, contribute your perspective, and stay connected to the outcomes you help create. As you build expertise through hands-on experience, coaches and leaders will support your growth and help you take on what’s next. Point B also offers flexible work options and competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), paid time off, paid sick leave, and an employee assistance program, within a culture consistently recognized as one of the best places to work.
Point B is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. You can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
Point B is committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, which includes providing reasonable accommodation for in any individuals with disabilities or for religious purposes. Applicants with disabilities may contact our Accommodations team at [email protected] or 206-517-5000 to request and arrange for accommodations through the application and/or recruiting process. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability or religious observance, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please note: This mailbox is only for accommodation requests or questions. Please use the Contact Us form for any recruiting inquires.
Legal Information for Job Seekers can be accessed on our Careers Website.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Point B Los Angeles, California, USA Office
6080 Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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