Manager, Software Engineering

Summary

The Manager, Software Engineering coordinates with other departments to meet milestones during product development cycles. As a member of the Engineering management team, the Software Engineering Manager participates in defining and executing the overall engineering product development strategy, budget, team development and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of software engineers, including budget planning, staffing, training, performance evaluation, and career development.
• Attract and retain high‑caliber staff and provide mentorship.
• Collaborate with management, production, and marketing to define product design requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct engineering development projects.
• Review and approve product design decisions.
• Design, modify, develop, write, and implement software applications as an individual contributor.
• Design and implement embedded software drivers and applications on a micro‑controller.
• Verify and document product designs according to quality and regulatory guidelines.
• Work in an Agile environment to coordinate software development projects, including scope, scheduling, and resourcing.
• Participate in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing, and certification of software.
• Test, analyze, and debug embedded software and digital electronics.
• Frequently interact with subordinate supervisors, customers, and functional peer‑group managers.
• Establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, and work plans.
• Interact with senior management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
• 12+ years of experience in embedded programming and knowledge of embedded system design.
• At least 2+ years in a supervisory role managing a technical design team.
• 8+ years’ experience on multiple engineering projects, including R&D, with a focus on embedded software aspects of the project life cycle.
• Experience and knowledge of real‑time operating systems (RTOS), I/O drivers, and micro‑controllers.
• Experience and knowledge of data communication protocols (e.g., I²C, SPI, CAN, USB).
• Demonstrated expert programming ability with C language.
• Ability to travel occasionally within the Continental U.S.

Desired Competencies & Additional Qualifications

• Advanced degree is desired.
• Strong technical communication skills with electrical, mechanical, and software groups.
• Ability to identify, communicate, and mitigate technical risks and issues.
• Understanding of schematics and proficiency with a logic analyzer.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
• Visionary thinking, adaptability, and decision‑making based on situational circumstances.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Commitment to organizational values and fostering a shared vision.
• Champion of change and quick adaptation culture.
• Ability to develop and maintain internal and external professional relationships.
• Skill in assessing risk and opportunity, taking appropriate mitigation actions, or capitalizing on opportunities.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and production environment (constant).
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent).

Salary Range

• $91,000 – $129,150 (subject to factors such as location, role responsibilities, experience, education, and key skills).

ITAR Requirement

• Position requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR compliance. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or obtain an export license as required. Some positions will require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid