Software Engineering Manager

AAON, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AAON, Inc. in Kansas City, MO seeks a Software Engineering Manager to drive enterprise software strategy, set technical direction, and lead cross‑functional teams delivering scalable, secure, high‑performing systems that align with long‑term business goals.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 8+ years of professional experience; master’s degree or enterprise‑architecture certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field; 8+ years of professional experience.
• Master’s degree or enterprise‑architecture certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership and ability to align technology with business goals.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead enterprise software architecture across the organization.
• Set technical standards and best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on digital transformation initiatives.
• Oversee system integration and data governance across platforms.
• Lead cross‑functional teams on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and guide their adoption across the stack.

Skills

Leadership

Enterprise software

Software architecture

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Enterprise architecture certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description:

Software Engineering Manager is a principal-level role responsible for strategic software initiatives and enterprise-level system design. This position drives innovation, sets technical direction, and ensures alignment with AAON’s long-term business goals. The role requires deep technical expertise and strong leadership across teams. The Software Engineering Manager oversees the development of complex systems and leads enterprise‑wide software strategies. The role influences technology decisions and ensures scalability, security, and performance.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Define and lead enterprise software architecture. Set technical standards and best practices across teams. Collaborate with executive leadership on digital transformation initiatives. Oversee system integration and data governance. Lead cross‑functional teams on strategic projects. Evaluate emerging technologies and guide adoption.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field and 8+ years of professional experience. Preferred: Master’s degree, enterprise architecture certification, or leadership training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Expert‑level knowledge of software systems and architecture. Proven leadership in enterprise software development. Strategic thinking and business alignment. Strong communication with high‑level influence across departments. Requires strategic focus. Extended use of software tools.

Work Environment:

Office environment with executive‑level collaboration Occasional visits to production and IT facilities Frequent use of planning and development platforms

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. At AAON and BASX, we’re driven by a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and sustainability. Since 1988, AAON has been at the forefront of the HVAC industry, delivering cutting‑edge solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. Since joining forces with AAON in 2021, BASX has built on that foundation with highly engineered, custom solutions for critical environments—where precision and reliability matter most. Together, we design and manufacture highly configurable systems tailored to each application, ensuring our customers achieve exceptional efficiency, performance, and long‑term value. Join us in shaping smarter, more sustainable environments for the future.