Manager Software Engineering

Optimum; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum, a leader in connectivity, is seeking a highly experienced Manager of Software Engineering in Plano, TX. You will lead an engineering team focused on service‑oriented architectures and innovative software solutions to empower front‑line sales and technical teams.

You will drive the technology roadmap, collaborate across functions, and ensure delivery of high‑quality products that meet customer and business needs. Strong leadership, communication, and Agile experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience with 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong background in Go, Java, cloud platforms, and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the engineering team to deliver high‑quality software solutions.
• Drive technology roadmaps that align with product goals and business outcomes.
• Collaborate with product, design, and operations to ensure timely delivery and reliability.
• Communicate a clear technology vision to diverse stakeholders and mentor team members.

Skills

Go

Java

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Leadership

Communication

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Manager Software Engineering

Location: Plano, TX, US, 75024 Bethpage, NY, US, 11714

Brand: Optimum

Requisition #: 10101

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today!

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore – it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!

We areOptimum!

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Manager of Software Engineering to lead and inspire our talented engineering team. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in service-based architectures, outstanding leadership skills, and a passion for delivering innovative software solutions. In this role, you will drive the development and execution of our technology roadmap to create the best tools on the planet for our front-line sales and tech teams, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the delivery of high-quality products that meet the needs of our customers and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead effective brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas and solutions
• Drive multi-scrum technology feasibility, delivery, and quality in partnership with product and design teams
• Establish and gain acceptance for technology roadmaps aligned with product roadmaps
• Establish and gain acceptance for technical solutions, serving as a go-to expert for specific capabilities
• Articulate technology vision, principles, and roadmaps to diverse audiences, tailoring communication appropriately
• Achieve objectively good negotiation results efficiently while maintaining relationships and driving decision‑making
• Effectively and respectfully drive technical team interactions, persuasively influencing architecture, software design, implementation, and incident recovery
• Advise team members on the quality of software designs, code, tests, and documentation
• Proactively build strong relationships with product, design, and business/operations counterparts within and across teams
• Understand and articulate the financial benefits and costs of capabilities, incorporating this information into decision‑making
• Thoroughly vet and refine requirements to clearly articulate their intent
• Establish clear cost and time commitments to stakeholders, ensuring they are met with assistance
• Consistently communicate with stakeholders about expectations and proactively share knowledge to elevate others

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum seven years of professional software development experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Strong technical background in relevant technologies (e.g., Go, Java, cloud platforms, CI/CD)
• Proven ability to lead and inspire engineering teams, foster collaboration, and drive results
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor communication to different audiences
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on finding creative solutions to complex challenges
• Experience managing software development projects, including scoping, planning, and execution
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Familiarity with AI Tools and AI First mindset

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem‑solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top‑quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA‑compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQ for further details.

Pay is competitive and based on a number of job‑related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in New York is $133,661.00- $219,586.00 / year.

The starting payrate/range at time of hire for this position in Texas is $111,384.00 - $182,988.00 /year. For other locations, please inquire with your recruiter. The rates/ranges provided herein are the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and do not reflect future job opportunity.

Nearest Major Market: Plano
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas