Senior Engineering Manager at Symetra

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About the role We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to help build and scale engineering teams responsible for a new, cloud-native Stop Loss platform. This leader will be accountable for developing high-performing engineering teams, establishing strong technical and delivery practices, and partnering closely with Product, Architecture, business stakeholders, and external delivery partners. The Senior Engineering Manager will lead engineers through the full software development lifecycle while helping teams translate business capabilities and architectural direction into well-designed, production-ready software. This role requires a leader who can operate effectively in a complex, fast-moving environment while creating the structure, clarity, and technical discipline teams need to deliver sustainably. What you will do • Build, lead, and develop high-performing engineering teams for a cloud-native Stop Loss platform. • Drive engineering execution and delivery for key platform capabilities. • Partner with Product, Architecture, and business stakeholders to turn business needs into technical solutions. • Guide teams through the full software development lifecycle, from design through production support. • Influence architectural decisions and ensure teams execute against agreed technical direction. • Create clear team structures, operating rhythms, ownership models, and delivery transparency. • Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and cross-functional coordination challenges. • Use metrics and delivery insights to improve predictability, quality, and team performance. • Lead across a blended delivery model of employees, contractors, and onshore/offshore vendor teams. • Manage vendor relationships, performance, delivery outcomes, and accountability. • Partner with vendors on staffing, onboarding, planning, and execution while maintaining ownership of engineering decisions. • Help scale the organization through recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and team growth. • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and sustainable delivery. Who You Are • An experienced engineering leader with a track record of building and scaling successful software engineering teams. • Skilled at leading complex, distributed teams that include employees, contractors, and vendor partners. • Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments with ambiguity and changing priorities. • Strong in both people leadership and technical leadership. • Able to translate strategic objectives into clear, executable plans and measurable outcomes. • Experienced partnering with Product, Architecture, and business leaders to deliver customer and business value. • Knowledgeable in modern cloud-native software development practices and engineering excellence. • Data-driven, using metrics and engineering signals to improve team effectiveness and delivery outcomes. • Confident challenging assumptions, plans, and technical approaches when needed. • Strong communicator who builds alignment across teams, stakeholders, and external partners. • Passionate about coaching, mentoring, and developing engineers and future leaders. • Committed to creating an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment. Why Work at Symetra Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra: ““I was referred to Symetra by a family friend who’s been with the company for years—and I’m so glad I took their advice. Symetra truly puts its people first. I’ve always felt supported, not micromanaged, and that trust has helped me grow. I started in an entry-level position and have worked my way up to Unit Manager by continuously learning and expanding my skills. It’s a place that believes in its employees and invests in their success.” - Morgan D., Sr. Unit Manager “"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst What we offer you Benefits and Perks We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home. • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements • Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6% • Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays • Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching • Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview Compensation Salary Range: $141,600 - $236,000 plus eligibility for annual bonus program Please review Symetra’s Remote Network Minimum Requirements: As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees’ internet connection: • Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband." • Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL. • Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up. When applying to jobs at Symetra you’ll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra’s standard as outlined above. Identity Verification Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity. Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in: • Disqualification from the recruitment process • Withdrawal of a job offer • Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered We empower inclusion At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here . Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. For more information about our careers visit symetra.eightfold.ai Work Authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company. #LI-NW1 #LI-Remote

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Must-haves

Build, lead, and develop high-performing engineering teams for a cloud-native Stop Loss platform.
Drive engineering execution and delivery for key platform capabilities.
Partner with Product, Architecture, and business stakeholders to turn business needs into technical solutions.
Guide teams through the full software development lifecycle, from design through production support.
Influence architectural decisions and ensure teams execute against agreed technical direction.
Create clear team structures, operating rhythms, ownership models, and delivery transparency.
Identify and manage technical risks, dependencies, and cross-functional coordination challenges.
Use metrics and delivery insights to improve predictability, quality, and team performance.
Lead across a blended delivery model of employees, contractors, and onshore/offshore vendor teams.
Manage vendor relationships, performance, delivery outcomes, and accountability.
Partner with vendors on staffing, onboarding, planning, and execution while maintaining ownership of engineering decisions.
Help scale the organization through recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and team growth.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and sustainable delivery.
An experienced engineering leader with a track record of building and scaling successful software engineering teams.
Skilled at leading complex, distributed teams that include employees, contractors, and vendor partners.
Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments with ambiguity and changing priorities.
Strong in both people leadership and technical leadership.
Able to translate strategic objectives into clear, executable plans and measurable outcomes.
Experienced partnering with Product, Architecture, and business leaders to deliver customer and business value.
Knowledgeable in modern cloud-native software development practices and engineering excellence.
Data-driven, using metrics and engineering signals to improve team effectiveness and delivery outcomes.
Confident challenging assumptions, plans, and technical approaches when needed.
Strong communicator who builds alignment across teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
Passionate about coaching, mentoring, and developing engineers and future leaders.

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Platform: eightfold
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401(K)