Sr Mgr Software Engineering

Senior Manager of Engineering – Front-End E-commerce Experience

Position Overview:

Fanatics is looking for a senior manager of software engineering to lead the development of front-end experiences across our storefront digital experiences, with a focus on the product description page and direct to item experiences. This role will play a key part in shaping how customers engage with products, ensuring seamless, high-performing, and personalized shopping interactions. The ideal candidate is both a strategic leader and a hands-on technical expert who thrives in fast-paced e-commerce environments. They will be responsible for defining the front-end engineering strategy, scaling best practices, and fostering a high-performing team dedicated to delivering intuitive and engaging customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the vision and execution for front-end development, ensuring scalable, high-performance solutions that enhance user engagement and conversion.
• Build and mentor a team of engineers, driving collaboration and technical excellence across a geographically distributed team.
• Partner with product and design teams to define and prioritize features that improve the customer journey and streamline the shopping experience.
• Oversee the development and optimization of storefront experiences, including personalization, AI-driven recommendations, and performance improvements.
• Ensure a customer-first approach by leveraging data, A/B testing, and user feedback to continuously refine front-end experiences.
• Drive innovation in front-end architecture, staying ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends to keep Fanatics at the forefront of digital commerce.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of experience in front-end development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience leading geographically distributed engineering teams.
• Strong proficiency in modern front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js, TypeScript, CSS, HTML, node.js).
• Demonstrated success in building customer-focused e-commerce solutions that drive engagement and conversion.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex technical and organizational challenges.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and align diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with e-commerce platforms, content management systems, and APIs.
• Proficiency in backend engineering with languages like Golang or Java, particularly in building scalable and efficient services.
• Familiarity with database management systems such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in-office a minimum of three days a week.

The expected salary range for this role is $200,000 - $250,000. This is based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role is also eligible for the Fanatics Commerce annual bonus program and an equity award. This salary range is listed in USD and will be determined in part by a successful candidate's geographic location.