Senior Manager, Software Development

Siemens; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 334,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Senior Manager, Software Development to set the technical direction for systems that blend cloud infrastructure, ML, and hardware interaction. You will define architecture that is robust, scalable, and adaptable to rapid research and product iteration.

You will work with engineers, ML researchers, product managers, and executives to shape the architecture and foundational components that support the next generation of intelligent, interactive systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience designing and scaling distributed systems and real-time applications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical initiative.
• Proficiency in at least one backend systems language (e.g., Python, Go, Java).
• Strong understanding of system design, performance optimization, and fault-tolerance.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and development of complex, high-scale systems.
• Define and evolve the technical architecture across core systems and products.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership on strategic projects.
• Drive technical decisions and trade-offs across multiple domains (infra, ML, product).
• Align engineering direction with product and ML research priorities.
• Identify and address scaling challenges before they become bottlenecks.
• Champion engineering excellence, reliability, and system sustainability.

Skills

Distributed systems

Real-time applications

Cross-functional leadership

System design

Performance optimization

Tools

Python

Go

TypeScript

AWS

Kubernetes

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

We are developing AI-native products that bring generative intelligence into the physical world. As a Senior Manager, Software development, you will set the technical direction for systems that blend cloud infrastructure, machine learning, and hardware interaction. You will be responsible for defining architecture that is robust, scalable, and adaptable to rapid research and product iteration.

This is a high-impact role for a technical leader who thrives on deep systems work and cross-disciplinary problem solving. You will work closely with engineers, ML researchers, product managers, and executives to define the architecture and foundational components that will support the next generation of intelligent, interactive systems. Your decisions will influence the trajectory of multiple engineering teams and the product itself.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Lead architecture and development of complex, high-scale systems
• Define and evolve the technical architecture across core systems and products
• Provide hands-on technical leadership on strategic projects
• Drive technical decisions and trade-offs across multiple domains (infra, ML, product)
• Align engineering direction with product and ML research priorities
• Identify and address scaling challenges before they become bottlenecks
• Champion engineering excellence, reliability, and system sustainability

Technologies We Use

• Languages: Python, Go, TypeScript
• ML: PyTorch, HuggingFace, ONNX Runtime, LangChain
• Infrastructure: AWS, Kubernetes, Redis, Postgres, S3, Terraform
• DevOps & Observability: GitHub Actions, Datadog, Grafana, Prometheus

You will win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software development experience
• Experience designing and scaling distributed systems and real-time applications
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical initiative
• Proficiency in at least one backend systems language (e.g., Python, Go, Java)
• Strong understanding of system design, performance optimization, and fault-tolerance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience bridging machine learning research and production environments
• Background in building systems that operate in or interact with the physical world
• Ability to influence engineering orgs and contribute to hiring and culture
• Track record of mentoring senior and staff-level engineers

About the Team:

We are an early-stage engineering team solving hard technical problems at the intersection of AI, systems, and real-world interaction. We operate with high autonomy, collaborate closely across functions, and maintain high technical standards. Principal Engineers at our company are expected to lead by example, model engineering excellence, and shape both what we build and how we build it.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

$194,993 $334,274 20%