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Manager, Software Engineering I

Paychex

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Chicago, IL · Posted November 10, 2026

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  • Project management
  • Python
  • Agile
  • Java
  • Scrum

About the job

Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex. Overview

Manages a team of Developers working in an Agile Development environment. Develops their staff to meet department strategic resource needs. Coordinates activities of multiple projects within Enterprise Development and participates as a servant leader to the agile development teams in the department. Responsibilities

Participates in the interview and hiring process. Prepares and administers annual reviews and development plans, makes promotion and salary recommendations. Responsible for personnel planning and the allocation of team members to meet Enterprise Development project needs. Identifies and mentors future leaders / managers for company growth.

Provides support and assistance to several agile development teams and their scrum masters. Has strong working knowledge of agile development principles. Helps to remove roadblocks that agile teams are unable to solve by themselves.

Provides input to product owners on the product strategy and vision. Gives feedback to the product owners on the content and prioritization of the product backlog.

Builds relationships with other IT departments and business units and mitigates conflict to facilitate inter-department communication and agile team progress in order to meet business objectives. Acts as a catalyst for change to improve applications or processes which benefit IT and/or the business unit.

Demonstrates application knowledge and understands functionality of applications outside their area of expertise to identify potential impacts and make recommendations to minimize the impacts. Responds to questions from other IT departments and business units and coordinates resolution of critical issues to provide support for production applications.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline - Preferred

7 years of experience in Related field.

2 years of experience in supervisory, management, project leadership, or project management.

Mentorship - Preferred

Planning - Preferred

Coaching - Preferred

Collaboration - Preferred

People Management - Preferred

Software Engineering - Preferred

Product Management - Preferred

Computer Science - Preferred

Software Development - Preferred

Agile Methodology - Preferred

New Relic (SaaS) - Preferred

Java (Programming Language) - Preferred

Amazon Web Services - Preferred

Engineering Management - Preferred

Python (Programming Language) - Preferred

Live the Paychex Values

Act with uncompromising integrity.

Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

Work in partnership and support each other.

Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.

We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.

We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.

We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.

We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary. Not sure if you meet every requirement?

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.

Participates in the interview and hiring process. Prepares and administers annual reviews and development plans, makes promotion and salary recommendations. Responsible for personnel planning and the allocation of team members to meet Enterprise Development project needs. Identifies and mentors future leaders / managers for company growth.

Provides support and assistance to several agile development teams and their scrum masters. Has strong working knowledge of agile development principles. Helps to remove roadblocks that agile teams are unable to solve by themselves.

Provides input to product owners on the product strategy and vision. Gives feedback to the product owners on the content and prioritization of the product backlog.

Builds relationships with other IT departments and business units and mitigates conflict to facilitate inter-department communication and agile team progress in order to meet business objectives. Acts as a catalyst for change to improve applications or processes which benefit IT and/or the business unit.

Demonstrates application knowledge and understands functionality of applications outside their area of expertise to identify potential impacts and make recommendations to minimize the impacts. Responds to questions from other IT departments and business units and coordinates resolution of critical issues to provide support for production applications.

Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline - Preferred

7 years of experience in Related field.

2 years of experience in supervisory, management, project leadership, or project management.

Mentorship - Preferred

Planning - Preferred

Coaching - Preferred

Collaboration - Preferred

People Management - Preferred

Software Engineering - Preferred

Product Management - Preferred

Computer Science - Preferred

Software Development - Preferred

Agile Methodology - Preferred

New Relic (SaaS) - Preferred

Java (Programming Language) - Preferred

Amazon Web Services - Preferred

Engineering Management - Preferred

Python (Programming Language) - Preferred