Manager, Software Engineering

Ping Identity

  • Bristol Area
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 hours ago
About Ping Identity:At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without compromise. We call this digital freedom. And it's not just something we provide our customers. It's something that inspires our company. People don't come here to join a culture that's built on digital freedom. They come to cultivate it.Our intelligent, cloud identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear.While protecting digital identities is at the core of our technology, protecting individual identities is at the core of our culture. One of our core values, Respect Individuality, reminds us to celebrate differences so you are empowered to bring your authentic self to work.We're headquartered in Denver, Colorado and we have offices and employees around the globe. We serve the largest, most demanding enterprises worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. At Ping Identity, we're changing the way people and businesses think about cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access management.We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead a distributed team of 13 engineers and QA professionals across the UK (5) and Bangalore (8) in building next-generation Identity platform applications. This is a management-focused role (80% management, 20% hands-on technical) requiring a leader who can scale teams, drive technical excellence, and navigate complex international development challenges.The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing distributed engineering teams, strong technical depth in modern web technologies, and excellent cross-cultural communication skills. You'll be responsible for team growth, delivery excellence, stakeholder management, and removing technical and organizational blockers to enable your team's success.What You'll Be Doing:Team Leadership & Management (80%):
  • Lead and mentor a team of 13 engineers and QA professionals across UK and Bangalore
  • Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning
  • Manage hiring, onboarding, and talent development across both locations
  • Lead technical interviews and participate in the broader engineering hiring process
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive culture across time zones and cultural differences
  • Drive team productivity through effective project management and Agile/Scrum practices
  • Manage external dependencies and coordinate with stakeholders across EMEA region
  • Provide escalation support and unblock technical and organizational challenges
  • Establish and track team performance metrics and delivery goals
  • Facilitate cross-team collaboration and knowledge sharing
Technical Leadership (20%):
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy for Identity and Access Management (IAM) web applications
  • Participate in code reviews and maintain technical standards
  • Occasionally implement critical features or provide technical guidance on complex problems
  • Collaborate with UX and product teams to refine features and ensure excellent user experience
  • Work with backend teams to design API interfaces and system integrations
  • Ensure security best practices and maintain legacy React-based UIs
  • Debug production issues across the PingForgeRock Identity Cloud platform
Operational Excellence:
  • Drive continuous improvement in development processes and team efficiency
  • Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and delivery commitments
  • Coordinate releases and maintain high-quality standards across the platform
  • Champion engineering best practices and industry standards
Requirements:Management & Leadership:
  • 3+ years of engineering management experience, preferably with distributed teams
  • Experience managing teams across different time zones and cultures
  • Strong project management skills with proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining engineering talent
  • Experience with performance management and career development
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Technical Background:
  • 5+ years of software development experience with modern web technologies
  • Strong foundation in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and web application development
  • Experience with React.js, Vue.js, Angular, or similar modern frameworks
  • Understanding of authentication, authorization, and identity management systems
  • Knowledge of RESTful services, CORS, SSL/TLS, and security protocols
  • BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Nice To Have:
  • Experience managing teams in India or other international locations
  • Knowledge of application security practices (OWASP Top 10)
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms
  • Understanding of multiple application architectures (SPA, SSR, microservices)
  • Familiarity with identity and access management at enterprise scale
  • Experience with web accessibility standards
Why Should You Join Us?
  • Lead a high-performing international team making real impact on identity security
  • Work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and team leadership
  • Grow your management skills while staying technically engaged
  • Shape the developer experience for millions of users worldwide
  • Be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and individual growth
Life at Ping:We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We're growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can-do startup values that got us here. Most importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that's who we want to succeed with every day.Here are just a few of the things that make Ping special:
  • A company culture that empowers you to do your best work.
  • Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone.
  • Regular company and team bonding events.
  • Competitive benefits and perks.
  • Global volunteering and community initiatives
Our Benefits:
  • Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
  • Parental Leave
  • Progressive Healthcare Options
  • Retirement Programs
  • Opportunity for Education Reimbursement
  • Commuter Offset (Specific locations)
Ping is the collective sum of all our individual experiences, backgrounds and influences and we pride ourselves in growing and learning together. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone's individuality is respected and everyone has an Identity. In recruiting for new colleagues, we welcome the unique contributions you can bring and encourage you to be your best self.We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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