Job Description

The Company

Univeris has been successfully building and modernizing wealth management software for over 30 years. We are the go-to solution for many financial services firms (mutual fund dealers, securities dealers, wealth management firms and insurance companies) that want to stay competitive in an intriguingly digital world. To date, more than 25,000 financial advisors and 1.5 million investors in 12 countries have converted to our platform, with over $450B in Assets Under Administration.

At Univeris, we value talent and ideas. Our employees have the freedom to do things they know would be great and meaningful for our clients and for the company. We are looking for people who are creative, get excited by new opportunities to learn and grow, and feel at home in an organization that supports them.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a senior Engineering Manager to provide leadership across software development teams at Univeris. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, the Engineering Manager is a people-first technical leader -- someone who brings deep engineering experience to the table, exercises strong judgement, and creates the conditions for their teams and Tech Leads to do their best work.

Engineering Managers at Univeris participate actively in analysis and design, code reviews, client and escalation meetings, and internal planning. They drive process improvements, remove blockers, and maintain a clear line of sight into the health and output of their teams at all times. Above all, they are accountable for the people they manage -- their growth, their performance, and their success.

The Role

People Leadership

• Own all aspects of people management for direct reports (Tech Leads): 1:1s, performance evaluations, coaching, career development planning, and team culture
• Drive hiring end-to-end -- from defining role requirements through interviewing, selection, and onboarding
• Identify and grow talent proactively, ensuring Tech Leads and their teams have clear paths for development
• Foster a high-trust, high-accountability team environment grounded in psychological safety and a drive for excellence
• Prior experience managing Tech Leads or team leads is strongly preferred

The Successful Candidate

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / related field or equivalent experience
• Managing managers / Tech Leads: Strong preference for prior experience
• Software Development: 10+ years
• Development: 6+ years
• Engineering Leadership: 5+ years (Tech Lead, Engineering Manager, or equivalent)
• Cloud-native / API-centric apps: 5+ years

Work Environment

• Hybrid work model based in our downtown Toronto office (3 days per week onsite)
• Collaborative and supportive team environment, with opportunities to work closely with colleagues both in person and virtually during regular business hours

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Univeris, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and respected. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Univeris is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact careers@univeris.com.