About Brightway

Established in 2008, Brightway is proud to be one of the fastest-growing insurance agency systems in the United States. With over 350 franchises spanning 35+ states and an impressive $1.3 billion in annual premiums, we rank among the nation’s largest privately owned property and casualty insurance distribution companies. We support our agency owners with comprehensive back-office services, marketing resources, and continuous learning and development.

We are embarking on the next stage of our customer-centric growth, driven by innovation from our talented associates and the application of cutting-edge technologies. This growth has opened doors for creative thinkers who thrive in a diverse and collaborative culture. As a Brightway team member, you'll engage in exciting projects that are reshaping the industry, working alongside a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional customer service and safeguarding our clients' most valuable assets.

Scope

Brightway is one of the largest insurance agencies in the country, and we're building a cutting-edge technology team. We are customer-obsessed, data-driven, and action-oriented. We create innovative solutions that empower our users: our agents—entrepreneurs building a legacy with their Brightway franchise, our service team—enabling them to focus on customers instead of data entry, and our customers—helping them protect what matters most.

As a Senior Engineering Manager at Brightway, you'll have the opportunity to shape the technical vision and roadmap of a growing company. You'll lead talented engineers, leverage the latest technologies, and serve as a key leader, directly presenting ideas and strategies to executive leadership to drive meaningful business impact.

This position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

As a Senior Engineering Manager at Brightway, you will...

• Own project outcome from planning to delivery, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions using the latest technologies.
• Guide and mentor engineering teams through code reviews, technical discussions, and best practices to maintain high standards.
• Manage and support remote and/or in-office team members, fostering strong collaboration across distributed teams.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management, User Experience, and business stakeholders to deliver impactful outcomes for the business.
• Present ideas and strategies directly to executive leadership, driving meaningful business impact.
• Work with other engineering leaders to define and implement the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap of a growing company.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Provide meaningful feedback to support the growth of team members.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience managing technical teams, with a strong track record of delivering successful software projects using a combination of on-shore and off-shore team members.
• Expertise in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, or C#. Expertise in Agile methodologies. Strong experience in either Azure or AWS, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices architecture.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills—you can translate complex technical topics for both engineers and executives.
• A high-energy, results-driven mindset with the ability to inspire and engage teams.
• Ability to adapt to change, with experience navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in an iterative environment.
• Experience in the insurance or financial industry is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work with talented engineers and cross-functional teams on innovative, high-impact projects.
• Play a key role in shaping the technical direction of a growing company.
• Thrive in a fast-moving, dynamic environment where your ideas matter.
• Directly contribute to business success and technological advancement.

If you’re ready to work where technical expertise meets strategic influence, we’d love to hear from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Brightway Insurance is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and respects the contributions of all individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our success and fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration. We are dedicated to ensuring that our hiring, promotion, and training practices reflect this commitment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and look forward to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve.