Manager Engineering Platform

Siemens Mobility; Raleigh; On-site; CAD 156,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Canada is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering to lead software engineering teams focused on modernization projects. The role involves overseeing the transformation of microservices architecture, managing project execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery. Candidates should have over 8 years of software experience, including significant leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a chance to work at the intersection of technology and sustainability.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Target annual incentive of 15%

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software, including 4+ years of technical leadership.
• Extensive experience in designing and delivering distributed systems.
• Proven background in system architecture and agile development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transformation of the Platform microservices architecture.
• Manage a team of software engineers and ensure output quality.
• Develop engineering strategies in line with product goals.

Skills

Team leadership

System architecture

Agile methodologies

Effective communication

Tools

Java

.NET

RedHat

AWS

ETL tools

Front-end frameworks

Github Copilot

Jira

Job description

Build a brighter future while learning and growing with a Siemens company at the intersection of technology, community and sustainability. Our global team of innovators is always looking to create meaningful solutions to some of the toughest challenges facing our world. Find out how far your passion can take you.

About the Job

The Manager of Software Engineering will lead a software engineering teams, including external vendors, focusing on Brightly’s Platform collaborating with other Platform engineering leaders. This strategic role involves driving the transformation of enterprise products, leading distributed engineering teams across global locations, and modernizing products while reducing technical debt. The Manager will ensure high-quality, scalable, and reliable engineering projects, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This is a pivotal opportunity for a leader to bring their experience, business acumen, and development philosophies to the role.

What you will do

• Oversee the transformation and modernization of the Platform microservices architecture.
• Manage a team of software engineers, supervising project execution and their work to ensure output quality and supporting collaboration and growth.
• Serve as an intermediary between technical execution and business strategy, applying technical expertise, project management, and leadership skills.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies in line with product and business goals and priorities, ensuring alignment with overall objectives.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration with product, design, quality assurance, and operations teams to synchronize software projects with company objectives.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage engineering teams, providing guidance, performance reviews, and professional development opportunities.
• Review and approve technical product designs, changes, and enhancements.
• Promote a culture of engineering excellence across global functions.
• Supervise the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects to meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Offer technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, ensuring access to necessary resources and support.
• Foster innovation within the engineering department by exploring new technologies and methodologies to enhance products and services.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and quality standards for microservices.
• Manage engineering budgets, allocate resources efficiently, and optimize resource use.
• Develop and apply global engineering policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support recruitment, retention, and development of engineering talent throughout the organization.
• Provide career development and mentorship initiatives to team members.
• Lead the integration from regional development teams to unified global engineering groups.

What you need

• 8+ years of experience in software, including 4+ years of technical leadership and team management
• Extensive experience designing and delivering distributed systems
• Proven background in system architecture and agile, object-oriented development for high availability
• Skilled in engineering team building, hiring, and performance management
• Effective communicator with both technical and non-technical audiences

What makes you a Standout

• Knowledge of applications, APIs, Infrastructure-as-Code concepts, containers, serverless computing, cloud environments, platform architecture, and SaaS architecture
• Background in agile methodologies, cloud-native development, and DevOps practices
• Experience with technical debt reduction and system modernization
• Multi-functional leadership and stakeholder management experience
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of software and infrastructure cost dynamics
• Proficiency in technologies such as Java, .NET, RedHat, AWS, ETL tools, front-end frameworks, Github Copilot, and Jira

The Brightly culture

We’re guided by a vision of community that serves the ambitions and wellbeing of all people, and our professional communities are no exception. We model that ideal every day by being supportive, collaborative partners to one another, conscientiously making space for our colleagues to grow and thrive. Our passionate team is driven to create a future where smarter infrastructure protects the environments that shape and connect us all. That brighter future starts with us.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Brightly maintains a Drug Free workplace in accordance with applicable law.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.

Qualified Applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

What you’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $114,740 - $196,697 annually with a target incentive of 15% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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