Software Engineering Manager

Join our innovative team as a Software Engineering Manager, leading the development and sustainment of innovative software solutions that drive data collection, manipulation, and reporting on a global scale. You'll oversee projects spanning new product development, system testing, and enhancements of end-user interfaces, algorithms, scanners, and communication protocols. This is your opportunity to steer a talented team in a fast-paced environment, shaping the future of our technology offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Project Management:

• Strategically prioritize, plan, and deliver software projects on time and within scope.
• Track, document, and communicate project progress, including feature requests, bug reports, and release timelines.
• Collaborate closely with global Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Product Management teams to ensure alignment with company objectives.

Technical Oversight & Innovation:

• Oversee the design and implementation of algorithms, user interfaces, and communication schemas for international deployment.
• Lead software and data science initiatives, providing strategic direction and fostering innovation.
• Ensure rigorous benchmarking and regression testing across all software products to maintain quality standards.

Team Development & Performance Management:

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers and data scientists.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, create personal development plans, and identify growth opportunities to build a competent, motivated workforce.
• Implement initiatives promoting continuous learning and professional advancement.

Release & Process Management:

• Coordinate global software release schedules, ensuring seamless deployment.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate research and development efforts into market-ready products.
• Communicate project status, risks, and upcoming deliverables to leadership and stakeholders regularly.

Financial & Operational Responsibilities:

• Manage department budgets, control operational expenses, and optimize resource utilization.
• Develop accurate project estimates, improve scheduling processes, and manage project risks effectively.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of software development experience, preferably within Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• Over 10 years of experience leading and managing technical teams in software engineering roles.
• Proven success in project planning, risk management, and delivering complex solutions on a global scale.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop diverse teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively across departments.
• Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines, manage conflicts, and drive accountability.
• Experience managing departmental budgets and operational expenses.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on innovation, quality, and customer value.
• Lead impactful projects that make a difference on a worldwide scale.