Software Development Manager

Software Development Manager, AVP

Axos Bank is seeking a Software Development Manager, AVP to lead engineering delivery for Axos Bank's Core Services platform, the backbone of the enterprise. This leader will own end-to-end design, development, delivery, and production stability across multiple backend services that underpin all lines of business. This role requires a hands-on engineering leader with deep expertise  and distributed systems, combined with strong production ownership, incident management, and delivery governance capabilities.

Experience with Out Systems—or a demonstrated willingness to learn it—is a key asset as the team expands its low-code/rapid delivery capabilities alongside traditional development.

This is an on-site position that may be based at any Axos office location nationwide.

• Lead and manage a team of Senior Engineers, Tech Leads, and offshore developers
• Own end-to-end delivery of Core Services platforms including Identity, Rules Manager, Document, Notification, and APIs
• Drive high engineering standards across code quality, performance, scalability, and security
• Ensure production stability and rapid incident resolution, including active participation in RCA and ITN processes
• Partner with Product Owners to ensure clear requirements, realistic commitments, and predictable delivery
• Enforce release governance standards, ensuring all deliverables meet SLA expectations and QE approvals
• Lead architecture discussions and modernization initiatives including service isolation, enterprise caching, and platform scalability
• Champion or oversee Out Systems-based development where applicable—driving adoption, best practices, and integration with  services
• Collaborate with Infra, DBA, and NOC teams on capacity planning, deployments, and performance optimization
• Build a culture of ownership, accountability, and responsiveness, including after-hours production support
• Drive talent development, hiring, and performance management within the team
• Provide executive-level communication on delivery status, risks, incidents, and mitigation plans

• Bachelor's degree
• 8+ years of software engineering experience with 3+ years in engineering leadership roles
• Strong expertise  backend development, APIs, and distributed systems
• Proven experience managing mission-critical, high-availability platforms
• Strong understanding of production support, incident response, and RCA processes
• Experience leading onshore/offshore teams and driving accountability across time zones
• Demonstrated ability to deliver in regulated environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Out Systems experience (or genuine commitment and aptitude to learn Out Systems rapidly for platform delivery use cases)

• Out Systems Developer or Architect certification (or in-progress)
• Experience integrating Out Systems with  backends, APIs, and core banking systems
• Background in core banking integrations or payment systems
• Exposure to enterprise caching (e.g., Redis), identity platforms, or rules engines
• Experience navigating cloud vs. on-prem architecture trade-offs in regulated environments

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave, 3 weeks' Vacation, and Holidays (about 11 a year)
• HSA or FSA account and other voluntary benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with Employer Match Program and 529 Savings Plan
• Employee Mortgage Loan Program and free access to an Axos Bank Account with Self-Directed Trading

Born digital-first, Axos delivers financial tools and services that allow individuals, small businesses, and companies to access and manage their money how, when, and where they want. We're a diverse team of dynamic, insightful, and independent innovators who are excited to provide technology-driven solutions that offer unbeatable value to our customers.

Axos Financial is our holding company and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "AX" (NYSE: AX).