Engineering Manager (Remote, Continental United States) at ICA.ai

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: United States, Austria, Virginia (USA) About ICA, Inc. International Consulting Associates, Inc. is a rapidly growing company, located in the D.C./Metro area. We were founded in 2009 to assist government clients with evaluating and achieving their objectives. We have become a trusted advisor helping our clients by offering cutting-edge innovation and solutions to complex projects. Our small company has grown significantly, and we're overjoyed at the opportunity to expand yet again! We are results-focused and have a proven track record supporting federal agencies and large government services primes in three main areas: Research and Data Analysis, Advanced-Data Science, and Strategic Services. We currently support multiple analytics and research programs across HHS. At ICA, we believe our success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative "one team" environment where work-life balance isn't just talked about – it's prioritized. We're building dynamic, highly skilled teams in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about using your technical expertise to make a difference, we want to talk to you. We are looking for an Engineering Manager to join our growing team! WHY ICA? • Meaningful work with real-world impact • Collaborative, growth-oriented culture • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (healthcare, 401(k) matching, flexible work arrangements, PTO, and more) • Personalized development tracks and learning budgets ABOUT YOU: We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager who is first and foremost a people leader. You'll manage and grow a team of engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence. While you bring strong technical foundations, your focus will be on your people — their performance, development, and success. THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: • People Leadership (Primary Focus) • Lead regular 1-on-1s with direct reports to support individual growth, address challenges, and build trust • Own performance management — set clear goals, deliver timely feedback, and conduct performance reviews • Coach and mentor engineers at all levels, helping them advance their careers • Build a positive, inclusive team culture aligned with ICA's values of collaboration and innovation • Monitor team engagement, taking proactive steps to address issues • Drive team growth through strategic hiring and onboarding • Engineering & Delivery • Oversee the planning and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring quality and on-time outcomes • Collaborate across teams to align priorities and remove blockers • Promote engineering best practices — code quality, DevSecOps, CI/CD, and technical debt management • Stay close enough to the technical work to provide meaningful guidance without being in the weeds • Stakeholder Collaboration • Communicate clearly across all levels — from engineers to senior leadership • Translate business needs into actionable engineering plans and priorities • Champion your team’s work and advocate for the resources and support they need REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • 5+ years of experience managing software engineering teams, with a strong track record in people development • 7+ years of software engineering experience as an individual contributor • Hands-on experience with modern cloud-native environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) • Familiarity with Agile practices and engineering best practices • Outstanding communication skills and the ability to bridge technical and non-technical audiences • A genuine commitment to growing the people around you and building high-performing team • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (experience is the most relevant factor) • Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance USE OF AI ASSITIVE TECHNOLOGY All application materials must be your own original work, and interviews must be completed independently. Use of AI-generated content in applications or AI assistance during interviews will result in disqualification. BENEFITS: We invest in our team members so you can live your best life professionally and personally, offering a competitive salary and benefits. • Health Insurance -100% employer-paid premiums – ICA covers the full cost of one of three offered medical plans • Dental Insurance • Vision insurance • Health Spending Account • Flexible Spending Account • Life and Disability insurance • 401(k) plan with company match • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays) • Education and Professional Development Assistance • Remote work from anywhere within the continental United States LOCATION & TELEWORK This is a remote position. Candidates residing in the DMV area preferred. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: ICA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gen