Software Engineering Manager

Emerson; India; On-site; INR 8,612,000 - 14,354,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuting support

Life and accident insurance

Nursery and school start support

Discounts for employees

Career development programs

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead our R&D team in Debrecen. You will guide engineers in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions that align with Emerson's innovation agenda.

You'll balance hands-on technical leadership with people development, ensuring alignment with global engineering standards and business goals. Fluency in English is required as you collaborate across global teams.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or mentoring software engineering teams in a professional environment.
• Strong understanding of modern software development practices, architectures, and lifecycle management.
• Ability to balance technical leadership with people management and delivery accountability.
• Experience working in agile or iterative development environments.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional and global teams.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of software engineers, supporting their growth and engagement.
• Drive the delivery of scalable, secure, and maintainable software products within R&D programs.
• Collaborate with product management, architecture, and global engineering teams to define roadmaps and priorities.
• Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and continuous integration/delivery.
• Promote agile ways of working and continuously improve team processes and efficiency.
• Manage team capacity, resource planning, and performance outcomes while maintaining a healthy work environment.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, security practices, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Software development practices

People management

Agile / iterative development

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead our R&D team in Debrecen. In this role, you will guide a group of engineers in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions that support Emerson's innovation agenda. You will foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, balance hands-on technical leadership with people development, and ensure alignment with global engineering standards and business goals.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of software engineers, supporting their growth and engagement
• Drive the delivery of scalable, secure, and maintainable software products within R&D programs
• Collaborate with product management, architecture, and global engineering teams to define roadmaps and priorities
• Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and continuous integration/delivery
• Promote agile ways of working and continuously improve team processes and efficiency
• Manage team capacity, resource planning, and performance outcomes while maintaining a healthy work environment
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning
• Ensure compliance with company standards, security practices, and regulatory requirements

Who You Are:

You build strong, trusting relationships and actively seek diverse perspectives to achieve better outcomes. You make sound, timely decisions even in complex situations and take ownership for delivering results. You create an environment where people feel empowered to contribute, learn, and grow. You communicate clearly and adapt your approach to connect with different audiences, aligning teams around shared goals.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Experience leading or mentoring software engineering teams in a professional environment
• Strong understanding of modern software development practices, architectures, and lifecycle management
• Ability to balance technical leadership with people management and delivery accountability
• Experience working in agile or iterative development environments
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional and global teams
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in R&D or product development environments within a global organization
• Hands-on background in one or more modern programming languages and cloud-based technologies
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation
• Experience managing distributed or cross-cultural teams
• Understanding of embedded systems, industrial software, or domain-specific applications relevant to Emerson
• Track record of driving innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• People-centered, outstanding workplace culture
• Cohesive, supportive community
• Stable, reliable corporate background
• Competitive compensation
• Diverse professional development and advancement opportunities
• Cafeteria with many selectable elements
• Additional non-wage compensation benefits
• Opportunities supporting health preservation
• Development opportunities, participation in training
• Life and accident insurance for all our employees
• Supportive atmosphere, high-quality team-building, and other family corporate events
• Discounts for our employees (e.g., in restaurants, bookstores, service providers)
• Nursery, kindergarten, and school start support
• Compass program (free psychological, life management, financial, and legal advice)

• Commuting support

  At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. We are emphasizing a culture of togetherness - one that builds community, prioritizes collaboration and continuous improvement.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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