Sr Software Manager

SOURCEO PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Singapore is looking for a Software Development Manager to lead a team and deliver key projects. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years in software development and 3+ years in a management role, with strong leadership and communication skills essential for fostering talent and managing cross-functional teams. Experience with embedded Linux platforms and agile methodologies is crucial for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading delivery of embedded or networked systems.
• Experience shipping hardware products with integrated firmware/software.
• Skilled at distilling technical context for stakeholders and keeping teams aligned.
• Proficient in agile methodologies and modern project management practices.
• Experience overseeing geographically distributed or hybrid teams.
• 8+ years in software development, including 3+ in a people-management role; familiarity with embedded Linux platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assess team strengths and growth areas through 1:1s.
• Lead planning and execution of major software milestones.
• Drive embedded firmware, Android app, and factory software.
• Liaise across hardware, RF, ops, and product teams.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Systems Thinking

Strong Communication

Process Orientation

Talent Development

Job description

Description :

1. Build Team & Process (0–90 Days)

• Assess team strengths and growth areas through 1:1s
• Set clear roles, accountability, and SDLC practices
• Align cross-functional priorities and workflows

2. Deliver Key Projects (0–6 Months)

• Lead planning and execution of major software milestones
• Align with hardware/product teams and manage risks
• Track progress with metrics and tools

3. Own Programs & Improve Execution

• Drive embedded firmware, Android app, and factory software
• Manage contractors and ensure delivery quality
• Improve CI/CD, QA, and automation for faster velocity

4. Integrate Software & Hardware

• Liaise across hardware, RF, ops, and product teams
• Define interfaces and manage system-level dependencies

5. Grow & Mentor Team

• Coach leads, foster ownership, and raise performance
• Promote a culture of learning, quality, and accountability
• Engineering Leadership: Proven track record leading delivery of embedded or networked systems.
• Systems Thinker: Experience shipping hardware products with integrated firmware/software.
• Strong Communicator: Skilled at distilling technical context for stakeholders and keeping cross-functional teams aligned.
• Process-Oriented: Proficient in agile methodologies and modern project management practices.
• Builder of Teams: You know how to develop talent, foster accountability, and scale team performance with experience overseeing geographically distributed or hybrid teams.
• Experience: 8+ years in software development, including 3+ years in a people-management role; familiarity with embedded Linux platforms (especially OpenWrt), mobile development lifecycles (Android), and manufacturing tools.