Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. West Monroe is a global business and technology consulting firm seeking a Senior Manager with experience in Software Engineering management within SaaS to lead teams serving Software & High-Tech clients. The role involves driving operational transformation initiatives, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development while fostering team growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead engagement teams serving Software & High-Tech and Private Equity clients while building trusted advisor relationships with executive stakeholders, including C-suite leaders, business unit executives, product leaders, and Private Equity Deal and Operating Partners
- Serve as engagement leader for strategy and operational transformation initiatives within the Software & High-Tech sector, including product & technology platform strategy, product portfolio optimization, product migrations, product consolidation, R&D effectiveness, operating model transformation, and post-merger integration initiatives
- Provide engagement leadership for complex technology transformation programs such as technology modernization, re-platforming initiatives, technology platform consolidation, on-prem to cloud migrationsAbility to build credibility with CPO/CTOs and confidently communicate impact, results with business leaders of the organization Oversee development of executive-level client deliverables, including board-ready presentations, strategic recommendations, value creation roadmaps, and financial models
- Manage engagement economics, quality assurance, staffing, and client satisfaction while ensuring successful project outcomes
- Coach and mentor consultants, senior consultants, and managers, fostering an inclusive and high-performing team environment
- Lead the development and enhancement of methodologies, tools, and intellectual property supporting Product Strategy and Software & High-Tech advisory services
- Collaborate across Software & High-Tech, Technology, M&A, and Private Equity practices to strengthen integrated delivery capabilities
- Play an active role in performance management, coaching, mentoring, and career development of team members
- Support recruiting efforts, including experienced hires, campus recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding
- Contribute to thought leadership, training programs, and internal capability-building initiatives
- Build and expand relationships with existing and prospective clients within the Software & High-Tech and Private Equity ecosystem
- Identify, shape, and support new business opportunities in partnership with practice leadership
- Lead portions of proposal development, solution design, engagement scoping, and pricing activities
- Develop go-to-market messaging, thought leadership, and sales materials focused on Product Strategy and Software & High-Tech value creation
- Represent West Monroe at Software, Technology, Product Management, and M&A industry events while building a strong professional network
- Partner with leadership to identify emerging market trends and client needs that inform service offering development
Skills
- 8–12+ years of professional experience, including one or more of the following: Software engineering leadership in a software / SaaS company with demonstrated ability of leading engineering/product teams and driving key outcomes with business leadership
- Management, technology, or software operations consulting serving Software and SaaS clients, focused on product and software development lifecycle
- M&A, corporate strategy, or transaction advisory experience supporting or as part of a software businesses
- Demonstrated experience leading complex engagements and managing cross-functional teams
- Deep understanding of software and SaaS business models, economics, product management practices, and software development organizations
- Experience evaluating and improving product & R&D organizations, operating models, product portfolios, or software development effectiveness
- Knowledge of AI use across the software development lifecycle, including agentic workflows, AI-orchestrated SDLC processes, automated testing & remediation, AI-enabled modernization, expert-guided orchestration
- Proven ability to build relationships with executive stakeholders and influence decision-making
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated experience developing and mentoring team members
- Ability to travel as needed
- Ability to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship
Benefits
- Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan.
- Purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program
- Be eligible to receive annual bonuses.
- Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off
- And ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date.
Company Overview