Point B is a business innovation firm that takes the guesswork out of transformation. We engineer your future by combining advanced technologies and industry expertise to help you reimagine your business and its processes to get ahead and stay ahead.
We're consulting done different. While others might say it, we live it—your success is our success.
We start with the challenges you face, then partner to drive to what’s right for your business, your people, and your future. The proof is in our world-class NPS score that consistently triples our competitors. We know how to listen carefully, respond with agility, and accelerate time to value.
When you partner with Point B, you’ll experience the speed and confidence needed to spot critical pivots, navigate complexity with ease, and tailor technology to fit your needs.
We're ready to start generating your future today.
The Senior Manager, Principal Software Engineer is an onsite client-facing role within our engineering consultancy, responsible for designing and delivering innovative, scalable, and high-quality custom software solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced technical leader who excels at understanding complex business problems, architecting software solutions, managing client engagements, and mentoring teams. People in this role are capable of managing highly complex global programs with multiple workstreams and business/technical impacts. In addition to high-quality delivery, the Senior Manager actively contributes to business development and firm growth through solution design, team leadership, and client management.
Senior Managers will ideally be staffed as the technical lead for one or more engineering engagements but can also function as high-level individual contributors when needed.
Responsibilities
Client Service Delivery:
Serves as the solution architect, translating complex business problems into scalable, maintainable, and technically feasible software architectures.
Leads the full lifecycle of software solution delivery from concept and design through implementation, leveraging modern software development practices.
Partners with product owners, analysts, and client stakeholders to structure actionable, technical roadmaps.
Leads cross-functional development teams, providing direction and mentorship to ensure high-quality delivery aligned with best practices.
Serves as a trusted advisor to senior technical and business leaders at client organizations.
Develops and manages complex technical program structures, schedules, technical dependencies, and architecture decisions.
Identifies and mitigates risks associated with software delivery and provides strategic recommendations to clients and project teams.
Delivers quality oversight and ensures technical excellence throughout the lifecycle of engagements.
Provides informal and formal feedback to engineers and consultants, supporting their growth on projects.
Builds strong partnerships with client teams, actively participating in solutioning and implementation planning.
Business Development:
Contributes to business development through pre-sales engineering, solution architecture, scoping, and proposal development.
Shapes delivery methodologies, frameworks, and service offerings to meet emerging market needs.
Partners with Growth and Delivery Excellence Leaders (DELs) to identify, architect, and lead new business opportunities.
Maintains a strong professional network with clients and partners, identifying extensions, expansions, and adjacent opportunities.
Supports technical writing, estimating level of effort, and defining implementation resource plans.
People Development:
Coaches and mentors junior engineers and consultants on software design, development practices, and career progression.
Serves as a 1:1 Manager for up to 4 associates.
Partners with DELs to support feedback and development for associates.
Delegates effectively to create leverage and build capabilities within delivery teams.
Designs, coaches, and drives the success of team members on both delivery and technical innovation.
Culture and Values:
Embodies and promotes Point B's core values through leadership, collaboration, and mentoring.
Drives firm growth through active participation in internal communities and contributions to thought leadership (e.g., publishing, speaking).
Required Qualifications
B.A. or B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
12+ years of software development experience, including client-facing consulting roles.
Proven experience leading complex software development programs, including architectural design and team leadership.
Experience engaging with business leaders and managing client relationships at senior levels.
Demonstrated expertise in developing software products/solutions using:
Backend: Python
Frontend: React, Next.js, Node.js
Databases: Relational (SQL) and NoSQL
Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure
Software practices: Agile, CI/CD, DevOps, Microservices, API development
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
Desired Qualifications
MBA preferred.
Experience in both enterprise software development and professional consulting.
Proven track record of building technical practices, teams, or reusable solution assets.
Experience working across industries or deep experience in a strategic vertical (e.g., healthcare, finance, tech).
Prior involvement in shaping firm service offerings and participating in firm-building initiatives
Job-Specific Requirements
Ability to work onsite with clients as requested.
Ability to work remotely as required.
Willingness to travel up to 80%.
Willingness to work non-standard hours as necessary.
Compensation and Benefits
The estimated salary range for this role is $118,500-$263,500 USD per year. This salary range is provided as required by local and state law as applicable. Individual salaries vary on a number of factors including but not limited to geography, skills, education, experience and unique qualifications where applicable.
Bonuses are awarded at Point B’s discretion and are based upon individual contributions and overall firm performance.
INTRIGUED TO LEARN MORE?
When you apply for this role, your information will be personally reviewed by our talent acquisition team (not by a robot). You can expect to hear back from us with feedback if we think there could be a fit and what next steps look like.
WHAT MAKES POINT B DIFFERENT?
We put our passion for change to work, using our purpose and values as our north star. Our teams help organizations solve their greatest challenges and created an inclusive culture that attracts and retains the world’s best talent. Be part of a collaborative culture where we build lasting relationships with each other, our customers, and our communities.
Benefits – Point B rewards high performance with a total rewards approach that includes competitive base pay, benefits, and short-and long-term incentives — as well as flexibility, leadership development opportunities, and a culture designed to help our diverse team of individuals flourish.
Employee Ownership – We give employees a voice in directing their careers and the growth of our company. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a non-contributory retirement vehicle that grows over time from annual allocations (based on individual compensation) and the value of our company.
Award winning – Point B has been consistently recognized as one of the best places to work by Fortune magazine, Great Place to Work, Consulting Magazine, BuiltIn, and many others. We are proud to be named a Best Workplace in the US by Fortune magazine, Best Workplaces for Millennials, and Best Workplaces for Women in addition to other awards regarding our workplace inclusivity.
Point B is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. You can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
Point B is committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, which includes providing reasonable accommodation for in any individuals with disabilities or for religious purposes. Applicants with disabilities may contact our Accommodations team at applicantaccommodations@pointb.com or 206-517-5000 to request and arrange for accommodations through the application and/or recruiting process. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability or religious observance, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please note: This mailbox is only for accommodation requests or questions. Please use the Contact Us form for any recruiting inquires.
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