Engineering Manager

• Architect, design, and develop web applications and custom software solutions supporting university objectives
• Own front-end and back-end development and systems integration
• Modernize the university’s WordPress platform
• Develop custom WordPress solutions, including page builder modules, theme templates, and third-party integrations
• Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data processing
• Integrate external software libraries, APIs, AI platforms, and third-party services
• Maintain and improve legacy PHP/MySQL applications and WordPress codebases while planning migrations
• Troubleshoot application defects, security vulnerabilities, and performance issues
• Lead adoption of AI-assisted development practices, coding tools, workflow automation, and emerging capabilities
• Design and build intelligent search, chat interfaces, and automated workflows
• Supervise a small team, assign work, set priorities, provide feedback, and support professional growth
• Provide technical mentorship and code review
• Coordinate external development vendors
• Participate in hiring and onboarding
• Serve as technical liaison to central IT and lead website migrations
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, product stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Provide advanced technical support and consultation as the escalation point for complex web application issues
• Document system architecture, technical specifications, and operational procedures
• Support strategic initiatives, special projects, and departmental planning

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