Manager, Software Engineering

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

AsaManager, SoftwareEngineering,you’lllead and managea team of software developers and leads in the development and maintenance of our web and mobile platformsand digital properties, ranging from our front-end user experience to our middleware and backend integrations withinour ERP.In this role, youplay a key role inboth leadership and execution ofthe technology strategy,acrossend-to-endheadless systemstodeliver our e-commerce guest experiencesvia web and mobile platforms.

This role is primarily based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid remote work (operating on Pacific Standard Time (PST)). Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Meetyourfutureteam:

You are joining a dynamic and talented team of web application developers. Our team has a diverse range of skill sets and works collaboratively in cross-functional agile squads to develop and deploy new features, fix bugs, and create an exceptional e-commerce experience for our guests. We are passionate about what we do and are always looking for ways to improve and innovate. We believe that diversity of thought and experience is key to our success and are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

If you were in the role of Manager, Software Engineering now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing:

• Providingdirection and coaching to theecommservicesdevelopment teams in all phases of the project life cycle
• Attracting,retaining, and developing top talent to build a world-class software engineering/ web development team, developing career pathways for your team members and help them grow through coaching, mentoring, goalsettingand ongoing assessment
• Inspiringeach team members’ creativity and problem-solving abilities
• Developingfunctional specifications and designs for future focused complex applications ormodifying/maintaining complex existing applications
• Consistentlyreviewingthe designs and code of team members, often in collaboration withsoftware engineering managers,colleaguesandarchitects
• Helpingdesign, code,debugand test unit test solutions asrequired
• Partneringwithproductmanagementand software engineering managersto define a multi-year vision, strategy, and technical product roadmapand backlogto support the continued growth of e-commerce and mobile technologies
• Executingcode analysis, requirements analysis, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, and software reliability analysis
• Remainingcommitted to a service-oriented design and analysis
• Conductingregular unit testing and quality assurance
• Executingperformance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation
• Workingto support,maintainand document new and existing solutions
• Continuingtoidentifyand evaluatenew technologiesfor implementation
• Actingas a technical escalation point for theweb developersorarchitectson teams
• Ensuringthe team are knowledgeable and available to provideapplication support for software running in production365/24/7;andjoiningthe team in handling incidentsthat require escalation
• Collaboratingand contributingto the continuous improvement of Arc’teryx SDLC, Project and othermethodology
• Workingwith project managers and program managers on project resourcing by ensuring developers are available at the right time, with the right skill set
• Checkingin with project managers and technical leaders to ensure team performance and direction is on track to achieve project goals to scope,timeand budget

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

• Contributing to and owning technical design decisions that positivelyimpactthe software architecture of the Arc’teryx e-commerce and web application platform
• Building and delivering maintainable, high-quality software to support the growth and maintenance of a best-in-class ecommerce experience
• Implementing best in class developer experiences through team building events, knowledge sharing sessions, and other initiatives
• Contributing to our Engineering Guild and helping raise the technical bar at Arc’teryx

Are you our next Manager, Software Engineering?

• You are an experience people leader, able to translate and interpret technical knowledge and data into digestible business language, with the following technical competencies and experience;
  • You have 5+ years’ experience leading front end andback-enddevelopers
  • You have 5+ years’ development experience in an Agile/Scrum environment
  • You have7+ years’ experience Full Stack web development
• You have 4+ years’ experience with Adobe Commerce (Magento)
• You haveadvancedknowledge and experience with back-end web technologies (PHP,Node, etc.), ERP systems and integrations, and database technologies (MSSQL, MySQL)
• You haveknowledge of front-end web technologies (Javascript, React,NextJS,HTML,CSS, etc.)
• You have experience with Jira or similar scrum tools
• You have experience with Git or other source control tools
• You have experience with CDN implementation and management
• You have experience with Content Management Systems and Information Architecture
• You are proactive inidentifyingthe root cause of issues and developing solutions
• Youremainhighly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
• Youare able tobalance autonomy and collaboration
• You have strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
• You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
• Youseekthe best (but sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• You have strong written and spoken English
• Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is CAD$108,000 - CAD$142,000

Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.

We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:

• Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
• Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
• Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.
• Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events),Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).

  *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

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