Manager, Software Engineering (Washington)

Software Engineering Manager

Uplight is creating a new category of energy. We make software that manages energy resources in homes and businessesincluding things like smart thermostats, electric vehicles, solar panels, storage batteries, heat pumps, and even people's behaviorto generate, shift, or save energy to balance the grid, making it more efficient and reliable. This creates clean energy capacity that can be used by the power grid instead of burning more fossil fuels. Our solutions accelerate the transition to clean energy and save money for energy customers.

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to grow a high performing engineering team, building technology that accelerates the clean energy revolution! In this role, you'll deliver high-impact software with a focus on developing people and fostering a healthy team culture.

How you will make an impact :

• Lead a team of 4-8 engineers, providing technical and operational guidance while investing in individual growth
• Partner with product management to scope and deliver solutions that align with our goals while balancing the needs of the team
• Collaborate with other Engineering Leaders to identify and solve challenges across the engineering team
• Make decisions using a Data Driven approach (e.g. DORA, delivery metrics, user feedback, system reliability) to continually improve our software and how we work
• Balance technical trade-offs with business needs to deliver sustainable, long-term solutions

What you bring to Uplight :

Bonus points :

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Uplight we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Why Join Uplight in Leading the Fight Against Climate Change?

At Uplight, we're not just offering a job we're offering a chance to be part of the solution to one of the world's biggest challenges. As a certified B Corporation, we're deeply committed to both social and environmental responsibility. Here's why you should join our team of passionate Uplighters :

Salary Range : $155,000 to $194,000 + Bonus

Application Deadline : September 28, 2025

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the approximate annual base compensation range is listed above. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity among our team.

Uplight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religion (including head coverings), age, sex, national origin, disability status (including neurodivergence), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, neurotypicality, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.