Manager, Software Engineering
Apply NowCompany: Anchor Loans LP
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Description:
Anchor Loans is one of several operating companies owned by Pretium Partners (+$60B AUM Financial Services Entity) and is working diligently to expand and grow its lending footprint.
Anchor Loans, established in 1998, is the nation's leading private, direct lender to experienced residential real estate investors and builders, and the first to surpass $10 billion in total fundings. Renowned for expediting financing for developers and investors, we specialize in bridge loans, ground-up construction, and single-family rental solutions for non-owner-occupied projects. Headquartered in beautiful Thousand Oaks, California, Anchor Loans currently lends in 48 states and is expanding into new markets and service lines to better serve our current and future borrowers.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager, Software Engineering to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead engineering teams, drive platform development with a performance and user-first mindset, and play a critical role in delivering innovative and secure solutions across our technology stack.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Work Environment:
This is a hybrid position which requires in-office reporting to Anchor's Thousand Oaks office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Remote work is optional Monday and Friday.
Compensation:
The base pay range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 per year, plus annual discretionary bonus based on performance of the individual and company.
Benefits:
The values of our employees reflect those of the company as a whole. If you embrace teamwork, innovation, and accountability you'll feel right at home. Our mission is to create opportunities for success by improving homes and communities. We set up our team members for success by offering a competitive benefits package that includes:
Diversity matters to our organization, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are welcome and will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, natural origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Anchor Loans, LP is subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 ("CCPA"). A copy of Anchor's California Privacy Policy can be found at Privacy Policy (anchorloans.com)
Anchor Loans, established in 1998, is the nation's leading private, direct lender to experienced residential real estate investors and builders, and the first to surpass $10 billion in total fundings. Renowned for expediting financing for developers and investors, we specialize in bridge loans, ground-up construction, and single-family rental solutions for non-owner-occupied projects. Headquartered in beautiful Thousand Oaks, California, Anchor Loans currently lends in 48 states and is expanding into new markets and service lines to better serve our current and future borrowers.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager, Software Engineering to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead engineering teams, drive platform development with a performance and user-first mindset, and play a critical role in delivering innovative and secure solutions across our technology stack.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and collaboration
- Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable and secure software solutions, primarily leveraging the Microsoft technology stack; Python experience is a plus
- Guide development with a focus on high performance, robust architecture, and seamless user experience
- Lead CI/CD pipeline design, implementation, and ongoing optimization
- Collaborate with cross-functional global teams to ensure effective integration of APIs and services
- Drive a machine-first and security-first mindset across development and operations
- Champion Agile methodologies, ensuring on-time and quality delivery of project milestones
- Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to ensure clarity, alignment, and successful project outcomes
- Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and guide the team toward efficient, scalable solutions
- Leverage experience with MongoDB and SQL Server to ensure data strategy supports application needs
- Explore and integrate emerging technologies, such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Generative AI, to elevate platform capabilities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 5-7 years of software engineering lead or management experience
- 5-7 years of hands-on development experience, ideally in the Microsoft stack; Python is a plus
- Strong experience with MongoDB; SQL Server knowledge preferred
- Demonstrated experience with CI/CD tools and pipeline management
- Proven experience working with and managing global, cross-functional teams
- Expertise in API development and lifecycle management
- Strong commitment to platform performance, user experience, and secure development practices
- Familiarity with RPA tools and GenAI implementation is a strong advantage
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for delivering efficient, high-impact solutions
Work Environment:
This is a hybrid position which requires in-office reporting to Anchor's Thousand Oaks office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Remote work is optional Monday and Friday.
Compensation:
The base pay range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 per year, plus annual discretionary bonus based on performance of the individual and company.
Benefits:
The values of our employees reflect those of the company as a whole. If you embrace teamwork, innovation, and accountability you'll feel right at home. Our mission is to create opportunities for success by improving homes and communities. We set up our team members for success by offering a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D insurance
- Vacation and sick leave
- 401k plan with employer match
- Onsite gym
- 12 paid holidays annually
Diversity matters to our organization, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are welcome and will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, natural origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Anchor Loans, LP is subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 ("CCPA"). A copy of Anchor's California Privacy Policy can be found at Privacy Policy (anchorloans.com)