Software Engineering Manager (Compute Test, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne is seeking a Software Engineering Manager I for the Compute Software Solutions group, based in North Reading, MA. You will lead a small team of engineers, balance people leadership with technical guidance, and drive delivery of compute and automation software solutions.

The role emphasizes software architecture discussions, project planning, and close collaboration with product, hardware, and quality teams to meet customer needs and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/CE or related field
• 7+ years of software development experience
• Leadership experience leading projects or small teams
• Strong fundamentals and experience delivering commercial/enterprise software
• OO programming and modern software development methodologies
• Knowledge of architecture, code quality, testing, and source control
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration
• Ability to manage competing priorities and drive execution

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4-5 software engineers.
• Manage software development schedules, priorities, and resource planning.
• Guide technical design discussions and software architecture decisions.
• Support development of scalable, maintainable, and reliable software solutions.
• Collaborate with product, systems, hardware, quality, and program management teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, development processes, and quality standards.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure software solutions align with organizational goals and customer needs.

Skills

OO programming

Software architecture

Testing methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Source control

Job description

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

Software Engineering Manager (Compute Test, North Reading, MA)

Date: Oct 2, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supportedto innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne is seeking a Technical Software Engineering Manager I to lead a small team of software engineers within the Compute Software Solutions organization located in Agoura Hills, California. This leader will be responsible for managing approximately 4-5 engineers while remaining closely engaged in technical execution, software architecture discussions, project planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day leadership for software development activities supporting compute and automation solutions. This role requires balancing people leadership, technical guidance, and operational execution to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business objectives and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4-5 software engineers.
• Manage software development schedules, priorities, and resource planning.
• Guide technical design discussions and software architecture decisions.
• Support development of scalable, maintainable, and reliable software solutions.
• Establish team objectives and ensure successful execution of project deliverables.
• Collaborate with product, systems, hardware, quality, and program management teams.
• Conduct performance and development discussions while fostering employee growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, development processes, and quality standards.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure software solutions align with organizational goals, customer requirements, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to workforce planning, hiring activities, and onboarding of new team members.
• Support business planning activities and execution of organizational priorities.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• 7+ years of software development experience.
• Prior technical leadership experience leading projects or small engineering teams.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience delivering commercial or enterprise software products.
• Experience with object-oriented programming and modern software development methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, code quality practices, testing methodologies, and source control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and drive execution through others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous people management or formal supervisory experience.
• Experience in automation, test systems, compute solutions, or related engineering environments.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional development initiatives.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is$165,700-$265,200.This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan

This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.

#LI-EC1