Software Engineering Manager, Mortgage

About GoodLeap:

GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions, from solar panels and batteries to energy-efficient HVAC, heat pumps, roofing, windows, and more. Over 1 million homeowners have benefited from our simple, fast, and frictionless technology that makes the adoption of these products more affordable, accessible, and easier to understand. Thousands of professionals deploying home efficiency and solar solutions rely on GoodLeap’s proprietary, AI-powered applications and developer tools to drive more transparent customer communication, deeper business intelligence, and streamlined payment and operations. Our platform has led to more than $27 billion in financing for sustainable solutions since 2018.

GoodLeap is also proud to support our award-winning nonprofit, GivePower, which is building and deploying life-saving water and clean electricity systems, changing the lives of more than 1.6 million people across Africa, Asia, and South America.

We are seeking a proactive and driven Software Engineering Manager to lead and inspire our Mortgage engineering team. This is not a “keep the lights on” role—we need a leader who will work with product and engineering leaders to drive meaningful change, explore new technologies, and motivate the team to achieve excellence. Your leadership will help create innovative solutions while fostering a culture of growth, curiosity, and collaboration. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product and engineering leaders to identify opportunities for meaningful innovation and implement impactful changes. 
• Motivate and inspire the team to achieve goals, both technical and strategic, ensuring alignment with company objectives. 
• Drive the exploration and adoption of new technologies to enhance team capabilities and improve systems. 
• Mentor and grow individual team members, fostering their professional development and technical expertise. 
• Act as a proactive leader by identifying and addressing challenges before they become blockers. 
• Oversee technical implementations and ensure adherence to best practices in software development. 

Required Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management position.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proven experience in team leadership, with a focus on mentoring and developing team members.
• A natural curiosity and willingness to explore innovative solutions.
• Technical expertise in AWS Lambda, Node.js/TypeScript, and C#. 

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Encompass APIs.
• Previous experience working in the Mortgage industry.
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks and tools.
• Knowledge of Serverless Stack Toolkit (SST) and GitHub Actions.
• Proficiency with front‐end technologies like React.
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as DataDog.
• Familiarity with Salesforce and its integrations. 

Soft Skills & Cultural Fit

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to motivate and guide teams to success.
• Problem‐Solving: Proactive in identifying challenges and driving solutions.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with engineering, product, and cross‐functional teams.
• Growth Mindset: Committed to learning and fostering growth within the team. 

Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions:

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other managers related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and other skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

If you are an extraordinary professional who thrives in a collaborative work culture and values a rewarding career, then we want to work with you! Apply today!