Software Engineering Manager/Lead

We are seeking a Software Engineering Manager/Lead to combine technical expertise with leadership skills in driving software development excellence. In this role, you’ll lead a talented team of engineers, manage project priorities, and contribute to the technical roadmap while fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Oversight: Guide the design, architecture, and development of software solutions, ensuring best practices in scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support engineers, fostering professional development and creating a positive, inclusive team environment.
• Project Delivery: Collaborate with product teams and stakeholders to define clear goals, establish realistic timelines, and deliver high-quality software on schedule.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and uphold rigorous coding, testing, and deployment standards. Oversee the reliability of CI/CD pipelines.
• Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate development workflows and tools, introducing improvements to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
• Collaboration & Communication: Act as a bridge between engineering and other departments, ensuring alignment, transparency, and effective communication.
• Strategic Contribution: Play a key role in defining the technical roadmap and aligning development efforts with business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Strong knowledge of modern programming languages, frameworks, and development practices.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects at scale, with a focus on quality and reliability.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and team-building skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Proficiency in C++ for performance-critical and system-level software.
• Familiarity with application security best practices, secure coding techniques, and threat modeling.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including protocols, system design, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with distributed systems and IoT solutions, including real-time data processing and integration.
• Background in aerodynamics and robotics, with applications to dynamic systems and control algorithms.
• Familiarity with Agile and iterative development methodologies.
• Track record in driving technical innovation or optimizing complex systems.