Manager, Software Engineering

Arc; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

99% employer-paid health coverage

Annual stipend for water activities

Captain training certification

401(k) access

Semi-annual bonuses

Daily team lunches and snacks

Parental leave

Boat days for team outings

Opportunities for environmental impact

Job summary

A pioneering electric boating company based in Torrance, California, is seeking a leader to build and manage a high-functioning software engineering team. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of industry experience, 2 years in management, and a strong understanding of software engineering principles. This role emphasizes communication, strategy, and the shared values of ownership and sustainability. The company offers competitive salaries, equity, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities to engage with the boating community.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of industry experience.
• 2+ years of management experience.
• Strong grasp of software engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in written and verbal media.

Responsibilities

• Build a high‑functioning team aligned with Arc’s values.
• Provide growth opportunities and feedback to team members.
• Form technically-informed strategies to maximize impact.
• Communicate with adjacent teams to improve efficiency.

Skills

Industry experience

Management experience

Software engineering fundamentals

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Typescript

Python

Amazon Web Services

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

What we’re building

Every idea starts with a problem. Ours was simple: Boats are special — but they’re loud, pollutant, unreliable, and stuck in the past. Gas‑powered boats dominate not because they’re great, but because no better option has existed. Until now.

Arc is here to change that. We’re building 100% electric boats from the ground up — quicker, quieter, easier to maintain, and better for the water they ride on. We’re not just swapping gas for batteries. We’re rethinking every detail on the boat — from propulsion and powertrain to software and ownership model — applying first‑principles engineering from aerospace and EVs to deliver a better boating experience.

Electric boats haven’t taken over yet. The tech hasn’t been ready. The talent hasn’t been focused here. That’s our opportunity — and we’re moving fast.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who’s fired up by our mission and ready to build. You’ll thrive here if you adapt quickly, take ownership, and care about the details.

This is a full‑time, on‑site role at our Los Angeles headquarters. You’ll report to the Director, Software Engineering and work closely with a lean, high‑trust team where everyone’s work matters.

Core responsibilities

• Building a high‑functioning team in line with Arc’s values
• Providing growth opportunities and feedback to team members
• Forming technically‑informed strategies to maximize impact
• Communicating with adjacent teams to improve efficiency

Basic Qualifications

• 6+ years of industry experience
• 2+ years of management experience
• Strong grasp of the fundamentals of software engineering
• Excellent interpersonal skills in both written and verbal media

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior experience with Typescript and/or Python
• Prior experience with Amazon Web Services and/or Google Cloud Platform
• Prior experience with software in a hardware domain, such as embedded devices, mobile apps, IoT, and/or infotainment systems
• Comfortable pushing a fast but sustainable pace
• Enthusiasm for boating and clean energy

Our values

We move with urgency and build with care. We value these five things above all else:

• Ownership – over both your work and the company’s success
• Empathy – for colleagues and for customers
• Humility – in problem solving and collaboration
• Pragmatism – for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly
• Inclusion – of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, and perspectives

We want people who share and embody these values. It is vital that our values align – we’d be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What we offer

We don’t think great work happens by accident. We invest in the people building Arc — because when you’re supported, you do your best work.

• Salary M2: $200,000 M3: $220,000
• Ownership – Equity in Arc
• 99% employer‑paid health coverage – Medical, dental, and vision
• Arc Water Fund – Annual stipend to get out on the water, however you choose
• Captain Training – Get certified to take the boat out with friends and family
• 401(k) access – Plan your future
• Semi‑annual bonuses – Tied to your impact, not just your tenure
• Daily team lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite
• Parental leave – Because family comes first
• Boat days – Yes, we actually go out on the water. A lot.
• A chance to define the future of boating
• The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work

At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You’re always welcome to reach out even if you don’t meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.

Hope to hear from you soon!
The Crew at Arc