Software Engineering Manager

McMaster-Carr; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 240,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans with no premiums

Paid parental leave

Job summary

McMaster-Carr is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead software projects and develop engineering teams. In this role, you will own the project lifecycle, advocate for technical excellence, and collaborate across the company to enhance operations and customer experience.

The ideal candidate has strong software development skills in C#, Java, C++, or Rust and a passion for mentoring. The position offers competitive compensation, including a relocation stipend and signing bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience leading software engineering teams.
• Strong technical foundation in software development and system design.
• Ability to connect technical work to business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from start to finish.
• Develop and mentor engineering teams.
• Champion technical excellence and ensure systems reliability.

Skills

Leadership in software engineering

Proficiency in C#, Java, C++, or Rust

Problem-solving and collaboration

Job description

About the job

McMaster-Carr is a leading e-commerce company that industrial customers have trusted for over 120 years. Our products help them get manufacturing lines back up quickly, keep operations running smoothly, and prototype the next generation of innovative solutions. We earn and keep that trust by offering the right products, making them easy to find, and delivering them fast, so our customers can solve problems with greater speed, precision, and ease.

Our industry-leading e-commerce experience, indispensable product selection, and world-class service bring hundreds of thousands of customers to our site each day. But we’re never standing still. Our curious, exceptional people are at the heart of our evolution. They turn new challenges and disruptive technologies into opportunities to refine our operations, expand our offering, and deliver a better experience for every customer.

What You’ll Do

Our technology team builds the software that powers our e-commerce experience and our world‑class operations. From customer‑facing web features to distribution center automation, we design and scale critical systems that shape how we serve customers and grow the business. As an Engineering Manager at McMaster-Carr, you’ll:

• Lead projects from start to finish – Own the full lifecycle, break down work, and guide your team through changing priorities.
• Develop great engineers – Coach teammates, foster inclusive culture, and support professional development.
• Champion technical excellence – Shape designs, evaluate trade‑offs, and ensure systems are reliable and scalable.
• Collaborate across the company – Partner with stakeholders, share context, and communicate clearly to drive alignment while keeping customer needs at the center of all you do.

This role is a path to senior leadership, with progress driven by the impact of your work (not your tenure).

Who You Are

You’re energized by shaping direction and rolling up your sleeves to drive results. You thrive in ambiguity, take ownership of meaningful outcomes, and bring others with you by building trust, sharing context, and solving problems through collaboration.

You have experience leading software engineering teams and developing engineers. You bring a strong technical foundation in software development and system design, with proficiency in compiled languages such as C#, Java, C++, or Rust. You connect technical work to business goals and approach problems with thoughtful analysis and creativity.

Cash Compensation

• Total cash compensation is generally around $240,000 to $310,000 and includes a profit sharing based on company profitability.
• You will also receive a relocation stipend and signing bonus.

Benefits

Growth & Learning

• 100% tuition reimbursement
• Informal and formal mentorship
• Employee resource groups

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans with no monthly premiums
• Inclusive, all-gender benefits

Family & Future

• Paid parental leave for all new parents
• Adoption and surrogacy assistance
• First-time home buyer assistance
• Industry-leading company‑funded retirement accounts

Time Off

• Paid vacation and personal time

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees a workplace with reasonable accommodations and free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. At McMaster-Carr, we do not make employment decisions based on age, ethnicity, citizenship status, military status, gender identity and expression, race, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected group.

This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr.

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