Manager, Software Development Engineering

About the team

Our team is at the heart of Zillow’s efforts to redefine the real estate industry. We build innovative tools that empower consumers to tour homes seamlessly and transparently. We focus heavily on consumer needs, using technology to spark meaningful engagements between consumers and agents at the right moment in the home shopping journey. As part of this dynamic team you'll contribute to Zillow's core mission – building products that help more people get home!

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead and establish a new team of engineers within the Touring and Connections organization. This is an outstanding opportunity to shape a team from the ground up, with the potential to hire 4 new engineers. You'll manage the team's performance and drive the delivery of high-quality products. Your work will improve how we connect home shoppers with outstanding real estate agents and facilitate the journey toward finding their dream home.

You Will Get To:

• Lead the development of both native mobile and web software systems, fostering a creative and collaborative environment while navigating complex technical challenges.

• Conduct regular code and design reviews to ensure high-quality software development.

• Collaborate with other teams to understand and translate business needs into technical requirements.

• Manage project timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication.

• Mentor and guide team members, encouraging professional growth and continuous learning.

• Implement and manage software development best practices and processes.

• Evaluate and adopt new technologies and tools as required.

• Participate in the hiring process for new team members, shaping the composition and abilities of the team.

This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.

In California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $165,600.00 - $264,500.00 Annually. This base pay range is specific to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC and may not be applicable to other locations.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.

Who you are

Qualifications

• You have a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience, either in a people management or team lead role, with demonstrated examples of mentoring and growing a diverse team of engineers.

• You have more than 3 years of professional experience in software development, specializing in the creation of mobile applications.

• You embrace an iterative approach to software development, using engineering metrics to guide team processes and inform decision-making.

• You are a self-motivated individual with the ability to adapt to complex environments and lead projects to successful completion.

• You exemplify a collaborative leadership style that cultivates highly-connected teams, particularly within a remote work setting.

Get to know us

Zillow is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.

As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates help movers find and win their home through digital solutions, first class partners, and easier buying, selling, financing and renting experiences. Millions of people visit Zillow Group sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help make it easier to move. The work we do helps people get home and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making home a reality for more and more people.

Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction are supported by a deep-rooted culture of innovation, our passion to redefine the employee experience, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages as well as parental leave, family benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. We’re also setting the standard for work experiences of the future, where our employees are supported in doing their best work and living a flexible, well-balanced life. But don’t just take our word for it. Read recent reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index, and TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants who receive job offers from Zillow Group will be asked to sign a Proprietary Rights Agreement which includes confidentiality, intellectual property assignment, customer and employee non-solicitation, and non-competition provisions. If you are contacted for a role at Zillow Group and wish to review a copy of the Proprietary Rights Agreement prior to receiving an offer, you may request a copy from your Recruiter.