Manager/Lead, Software Development

Manager/Lead, Software Development Join us to build a more rewarding financial future for all Canadians At Neo, we’re on a mission to build a more rewarding financial future for all Canadians. Life at a rapidly scaling tech startup isn’t for everyone. It’s complex, fast-paced, high-pressure, but also incredibly fulfilling. Since its founding in 2019, Neo has gained incredible traction and is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Canada. - #1 on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 for 2023, 2024, and 2025 https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/neo-financial-achieves-first-ever-three-peat-win-as-number-one-on-deloitte-s-technology-fast-50-list-889692540.html — the first company ever to achieve a three-peat at the top! - #1 Fastest Growing Company in Canada for 2024 by Globe & Mail https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240927952651/en/Neo-Financial-Ranks-No.-1-on-The-Globe-and-Mail%E2%80%99s-2024-List-of-Canada%E2%80%99s-Top-Growing-Companies - Top-ranked mobile apps and credit cards - Team of 500+ people - 1M+ customers - 10K+ retail partners The Role: Neo Financial is hiring a Lead, Software Developer to join our team in Calgary, AB. This is your chance to help shape one of the most advanced fintech platforms in the world, build products used by millions of Canadians, and lead at one of the fastest-growing companies in the country. As a Lead Software Engineer, you’ll do more than manage a team—you’ll set the technical bar, inspire others, and deliver real impact. You’ll guide a team of talented developers, champion best practices, and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. What you'll be doing: - Lead & Inspire: Mentor, coach, and elevate a high-performing team of developers, ensuring continuous growth and career development. - Raise the Bar: Set technical standards through hands-on coding, code reviews, and architectural design. - Deliver Impact: Drive execution of the product roadmap, making smart build vs. buy decisions and ensuring fast, high-quality delivery. - Own the Process: Optimize agile practices, improve feedback loops, and keep the team laser-focused on outcomes. - Collaborate & Align: Partner with Product Managers to shape the roadmap, define priorities, and deliver solutions that balance business goals with technical excellence. - Grow the Team: Recruit top talent, onboard effectively, and build a world-class engineering culture. Who we are looking for: - A proven technical leader (2+ years as a Manager or Tech Lead) with experience guiding software teams. - A hands-on engineer with strong coding skills, design expertise, and a passion for high-quality software. - A proactive, pragmatic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and drives projects to completion. - A great communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into clear direction for both teams and stakeholders. - Experienced in performance management, agile practices, and building resilient, scalable systems. - Based in—or ready to relocate to—Calgary, AB (relocation support available). 🚀 Total Rewards Overview As Neo continues to grow, we’re committed to offering a competitive, market-leading rewards program that reflects the impact our team members make. In addition to salary, our program includes both short and long-term incentives, empowering employees to share directly in our momentum today and in the meaningful value we create for years to come. - Salary: We provide a strong base salary aligned with market ranges, along with the flexibility to tailor your mix of cash and equity to match your longer term goals. Final compensation is based on your skills, experience, and scope. For exceptional talent, we’re prepared to go above and beyond. - Equity Ownership: At Neo, you don’t just work here, you own a piece of what we’re building. As a full-time team member, you share directly in the upside of one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies. When we win, you win — with real owners ... (truncated, view full listing at source)