Kforce has a client that is seeking an IT Engineering Manager in Naperville, IL. Essential Functions: * IT Engineering Manager will architect and optimize scalable, enterprise-level solutions, ensuring performance, reliability, and security * Work closely with Product, Design, and other departments to define technical requirements and build high-quality software solutions that meet user needs * Provide technical expertise in C#, Angular, SQL, and related technologies, guiding the team in the best practices and modern approaches * Continuously improve development processes, tools, and methodologies, including agile practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure optimization * Oversee the implementation of DevOps principles, ensuring smooth integration and deployment processes (CI/CD) and Infrastructure as Code (IAC) initiatives * Ensure that engineering best practices, including code reviews, automated testing, and quality assurance processes, are maintained across the team * Regularly review and optimize code quality, system performance, and overall technical debt reduction * As an IT Engineering Manager, you will guide the development and optimization of distributed systems and cloud-based solutions, with a focus on scalability and fault tolerance * Collaborate on cloud strategies, preferably AWS, to leverage cloud services for infrastructure and application development, while instituting governance of cloud best practices * Architect and oversee the development of mobile applications, ensuring adherence to mobile-specific requirements and best practices * Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers to ensure high performance and helping team members grow in their technical knowledge and problem-solving skills * Act as a liaison between engineering and senior leadership, providing regular updates on project progress, technical challenges, and resource needs * Other duties and projects as assigned