Engineering Manager (AI)

TL;DR

Engineering Manager (AI): Leading a team of 13–14 engineers to develop and scale critical platform features including Contact Center Pro and AI-driven voice agents with an accent on technical excellence, team growth, and cross-functional strategy. Focus on balancing innovation in greenfield AI capabilities with the stability of a complex distributed codebase.

Location: US Remote (East Coast location preferred).

Compensation: $185,300 – $297,400 USD (based on US location zones).

Company

hirify.global is a leading software platform for the trades industry, empowering businesses with intelligent tools and AI-powered solutions.

What you will do

• Lead, coach, and grow a team of 13–14 engineers through structured development plans and a culture of ownership.
• Define and execute quarterly roadmaps, driving agile ceremonies and ensuring high-quality feature delivery.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership in architecture, design, and code reviews within a language-agnostic environment.
• Drive innovation in AI-powered tools, including voice agents, lead identification, and automated call evaluation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, UX, and senior leadership to align on business goals and technical risks.
• Balance the maintenance of a complex monolith with the development of new, scalable AI-driven features.

Requirements

• 10+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in engineering leadership.
• Proven track record of leading agile teams and delivering complex software results.
• Strong technical foundation in modern frameworks, with hands-on experience in .NET/C# preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively across functional teams.
• Must be based in the United States.

Nice to have

• Experience with observability tools like Grafana or Datadog.
• Background in building telephony or contact center products.
• Familiarity with AI/ML integrations or voice agent technologies.
• Advanced degree (B.S., M.S., or Ph.D.) in Computer Science or related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including company-paid medical, dental, and vision.
• 401k match, FSA/HSA, and telehealth support.
• Generous parental leave, fertility services, and family support programs.
• Flexible time off and dedicated leadership training programs.
• Culture of autonomy, peer-nominated awards, and continuous learning.