Embedded Software Engineering Manager

About the role

A growing technology organization is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team developing complex embedded software applications and real-time systems. This position is responsible for software architecture, development, verification, project execution, and process compliance across the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers.
• Lead software development efforts from architecture through verification and release.
• Ensure compliance with established software development processes and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project plans in collaboration with engineering leadership.
• Capture and coordinate activities across software, systems, hardware, and quality teams.
• Support customer reviews, technical milestones, and product release activities.
• Drive on-time and on-budget execution of engineering work packages.
• Develop technical approaches, project plans, and engineering estimates for new programs and proposals.
• Promote Agile software development best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of engineering experience, including embedded software development.
• 3+ years of software leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Experience leading software teams responsible for complex embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of Agile software development methodologies.
• Proficiency in C and/or C++.
• Experience developing software for real-time embedded systems.
• Familiarity with structured software development processes, software verification, and quality requirements.
• Experience using project management and development tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms.
• Strong communication, leadership, and project planning skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical product development environments.
• Experience managing cross-functional engineering programs.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS or equivalent systems.
• Experience with continuous integration, automated builds, and software metrics.
• Experience supporting customer-facing technical reviews and program execution.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Collaborative engineering environment with opportunities for career growth and leadership development.