Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
w3 is seeking an experienced and highly skilled engineering manager to build and oversee a team of engineers responsible for development, maintenance and enhancements of features across our suite of intranet software. This role requires you be able to work across a number of mission critical applications including the w3 (intranet) homepage, iOS mobile application, website builder, as well as our webmaster operations team.

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers specializing in web development, system architecture, and database management.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of w3 Publisher and intranet web proxy solutions, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, network engineers, and other IT stakeholders to align system goals with business objectives.
• Set performance objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

• Oversee the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of w3 Publisher and the intranet web proxy.
• Ensure best practices in coding standards, security, testing, and documentation.
• Drive the architecture, scalability, and performance optimization of systems utilizing Node.js for back-end, PostgreSQL & Cloudant for databases, and React/Vue.js for front-end solutions.
• Ensure seamless integration between systems and other enterprise-level applications.

• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in web development, especially around the Node.js ecosystem, database management, and front-end frameworks.
• Provide guidance on the use of web proxy solutions for optimal performance.
• Innovate and suggest improvements in current systems and processes, ensuring scalability and futureproofing of web solutions.

• Ensure systems comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards for security and data privacy.
• Maintain relevant web standards documentation for the internal web development community

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues related to the enterprise website builder and intranet proxy.
• Ensure high uptime and reliable service delivery through monitoring, maintenance, and backup procedures.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, runbooks, and training materials for internal use.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT management, leading technical teams, or similar roles.
• Strong expertise in:
• Node.js development and ecosystem.
• PostgreSQL or similar relational databases.
• React and/or Vue.js front-end frameworks.
• Graph
• HTTP protocol, including HTTP/2 & caching
• DNS configurations and management.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code is a plus.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.

• Master's degree in IT Management or a related field.
• Experience with enterprise-level CMS solutions.
• Proven experience with web proxy solutions and internal networking.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of load balancing, caching solutions, and advanced networking protocols