Manager, Software Engineering

Stratasys Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading 3D printing solutions provider in Cambridge is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering. This role involves mentoring and guiding a team, ensuring technical excellence, and managing the software development pathway. Candidates should have over 6 years of leadership experience, 4 years in software engineering, and expertise in JavaScript, C++, and agile methodologies. Competitive salary and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of leadership experience required.
• 4+ years of software engineering experience needed.
• Experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, C, C++, and C# is required.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Product Management to scope and schedule new products.
• Ship high-quality products and investigate new technologies.
• Identify and prioritize architectural issues.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Software Engineering

Javascript

Typescript

C

C++

C#

Agile Development

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or similar

Job description

Location: Cambridge, UK

Manager, Software Engineering is responsible for the team that will work on the GrabCAD Platform. This role will be responsible for mentoring and guiding the team; setting a high bar for quality, technical excellence and architectural integrity, and ensuring that the team has clear goals and an environment where they can produce their best work. The manager role will also be responsible for a specific domain within the Software Platform.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with Product Management, Quality Assurance and other engineering leaders to scope, estimate and schedule work for new products and features.
• Shipping high-quality products and investigating new technologies to improve current products and build new products.
• Identifying, communicating and prioritizing architectural issues to improve the scalability, consistency and reliability of our codebase.
• Managing, growing and mentoring a team of engineers.
• Identifying and fixing resource and process gaps, striving to balance short- and long-term deliverables.
• Setting performance goals for individuals on your team and provide frequent feedback to ensure the goals are met.
• Discussing career paths with yourteam and developing plans for each individual's growth based on their skills, career interests and company needs
• Being close enough to the code that you can lead technical discussions amongst your team and within the wider company.
• Leading technology excellence by building technical and professional competencies in the team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or similar
• 6+ years of experience in Leadership Experience
• 4+ years of experience in software engineering
• 4+ years of experience as an engineer using several of the following:
  • Javascript, Typescript, C, C++, C#, CAD/Graphics.
• 4+ years of agile development methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and cross-site
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results
• Ability to build enterprise software, complex desktop applications, CAD/Graphics applications, BI applications, or software that supports hardware products
• Experience with 3D Printing, CNC machining or other manufacturing processes
• Leadership experience in the workforce

Stratasys (Nasdaq: SSYS), headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Rehovot, Israel, has been a leader in the 3D printing industry for over thirty years. The company’s patented FDM® and PolyJet™ 3D printing technologies have a diverse range of applications, including rapid prototyping, production parts, tooling, and concept design. Stratasys offers additive manufacturing solutions in 13 countries, for industries including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and education. The company operates Stratasys Direct, a digital parts manufacturing service, and Stratasys subsidiaries include MakerBot and GrabCAD. With over 2,000 employees, over 1,200 patents globally, and more than 30 awards for technology and leadership, Stratasys is changing millions of lives with the power of innovation.

Stratasys, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected Veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic.