<p>We are looking for an experienced ERP Director to lead strategic and technical initiatives across enterprise applications, data platforms, and custom development. This role requires a visionary leader who can bridge technology and business needs to deliver secure, scalable, and insight-driven solutions. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for enterprise applications, custom software, and data platforms.</p><p>• Establish and enforce standards for application architecture, data pipelines, APIs, and system integrations.</p><p>• Collaborate with executive leadership to advise on application modernization and data-driven initiatives.</p><p>• Manage the lifecycle, performance, and enhancements of enterprise systems supporting key business functions such as finance, HR, and operations.</p><p>• Drive system upgrades, implementations, and optimizations for ERP platforms.</p><p>• Ensure seamless integration between ERP systems, custom applications, and data analytics platforms.</p><p>• Promote governance, scalability, and standardization across the application portfolio.</p><p>• Oversee the alignment of data and analytics strategies with business objectives.</p><p>• Lead teams in deploying enterprise applications and managing data platforms.</p><p>• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to improve system performance and functionality.</p>
<p><strong>Software Engineering Manager (Backend & Platform)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 3 Days In-Office) <strong>Industry:</strong> E-commerce / Live Events & Entertainment <strong>Company:</strong> Leading Online Marketplace (NASDAQ Listed)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are seeking a high-caliber <strong>Software Engineering Manager</strong> to lead our <strong>Core Services Engineering</strong> team. This team is the engine of our marketplace—designing, building, and operating the mission-critical backend APIs and shared services that power our web, mobile, and customer experience applications.</p><p>In this role, you will lead a high-performing team of software and quality engineers. You will be a hands-on technical mentor who champions architectural excellence, scalability, and operational rigor. If you are passionate about building highly available, transactional systems that connect millions of fans to live events, let’s talk.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Bring</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Backend Expertise:</strong> Deep fluency in modern <strong>Java</strong> and <strong>Spring Boot</strong> frameworks.</li><li><strong>Cloud Proficiency:</strong> Proven experience building and deploying scalable services on <strong>AWS</strong> (RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS).</li><li><strong>Scalability Mindset:</strong> Experience managing high-volume, transactional data stores (MySQL, Snowflake, or similar).</li><li><strong>Leadership Track Record:</strong> Experience leading Agile teams, conducting code reviews, and proposing architectural solutions in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><strong>Observability Focus:</strong> Strong background in monitoring and alerting (Logging, Metrics, Tracing) to ensure 24/7 system reliability.</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Ability to translate complex technical challenges into business impact for non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Impact:</strong> Build the foundation of a platform used by millions.</li><li><strong>Culture:</strong> A collaborative environment named as a "Top Place to Work."</li><li><strong>Perks:</strong> Competitive salary ($160k–$195k), equity, annual bonus, 401K matching, and monthly credits for live events.</li><li><strong>Flexibility:</strong> A modern hybrid model in a brand-new, energy-filled HQ in the heart of Chicago.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Product Designer to join our team and lead the creation of user-centered digital experiences. In this role, you will utilize your expertise to design impactful solutions that align with our organizational goals while enhancing user satisfaction. This position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, UX writers, and researchers, to ensure seamless design implementation. As this is a long-term contract opportunity, you will contribute to ongoing improvements and innovation across our digital products.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop innovative solutions that meet both user needs and organizational objectives, leveraging tools like Figma and Jira within agile processes.<br>• Apply human-centered design principles to address common challenges, optimizing functionality and engagement across digital products.<br>• Tackle specific design problems such as process optimization and user engagement improvements based on input from team leads and stakeholders.<br>• Present and justify design decisions confidently to team members and senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity.<br>• Facilitate collaboration within cross-functional teams through effective communication and storytelling, fostering trust and strong relationships.<br>• Mentor less experienced designers by providing guidance on methodologies, best practices, and career development.<br>• Demonstrate leadership by modeling key competencies such as teamwork, delivering outcomes, and fostering a positive work environment.<br>• Support a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement, contributing to exceptional client experiences.<br>• Uphold organizational values and purpose, maintaining trust and reputation through high-quality design solutions.
We are looking for an experienced Manager of Applications Development to lead and oversee software development initiatives in the FinTech industry. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Based in Itasca, Illinois, this position requires a hands-on approach to development and team management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and actively contribute to software development projects, overseeing the architectural design, code quality, and project execution.<br>• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to team members to enhance technical skills and ensure best practices.<br>• Collaborate with the Product Team to gather requirements and participate in estimation efforts and deployment planning.<br>• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives, to ensure efficient project delivery.<br>• Take ownership of the technical aspects of multiple projects per release cycle, maintaining a hands-on role in development.<br>• Schedule and conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to discuss progress, goals, and challenges.<br>• Organize team meetings to foster collaboration and align on project objectives.<br>• Guide the team through goal-setting and year-end performance discussions.<br>• Ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and software development methodologies.<br>• Provide strategic input to improve processes and enhance team productivity.
Sr. Systems Manager (Hands-On / FinTech) Location: Chicago, IL or Overland Park, KS (Hybrid – 2 days onsite) Industry: Financial Markets / Global Exchange Employment Type: permanent <br> The Opportunity We are looking for a highly technical Sr. Systems Manager to join a leading global financial exchange network. This is a newly created position designed for a "builder" who thrives on optimizing complex systems, automating manual processes, and owning the technical roadmap for enterprise financial systems. Unlike traditional management roles, this position is focused on systems and process architecture. You will lead a talented team of contractors as a technical subject matter expert, ensuring our financial infrastructure scales with our rapid global growth. <br> The Role As the Sr. Systems Manager, you will be the primary architect and engineer for our IBM TM1 (Planning Analytics) environment. We are looking for a candidate who wants to "get under the hood"—customizing systems, building robust data processes, and eliminating manual tasks through automation. <br> Key Responsibilities: System Customization: Lead the technical design and customization of IBM TM1 to meet complex business logic requirements. Automation & Engineering: Develop and maintain scripts (Python or PowerShell) to automate system tasks, data loads, and environment management. Data Engineering: Write complex SQL queries and manage data pipelines to ensure high performance and data integrity across systems. Process Architecture: Evaluate current workflows and build scalable, automated processes to replace legacy manual efforts. Technical Oversight: Act as the technical lead for a team of 10+ contractors, providing "dotted line" mentorship and code/architecture reviews. Why Join Us? You will be at the heart of the global economy, helping to build the infrastructure that powers transparent and inclusive markets. We offer the space for big ideas, a culture of collaboration, and a commitment to helping our people grow as they solve some of the industry's most complex challenges.
