Sr. Manager, Engineering – Sys

Wind River Systems; Alameda (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager - Engineering to lead the development of cutting-edge embedded Linux platforms. This role involves managing a talented team, driving innovation, and ensuring timely product deliveries. You will collaborate closely with product management and engage with the open-source community, all while fostering a culture of excellence and motivation. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the world of Mission Critical AI Systems, where your leadership will help shape the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Engineering Management with a focus on Linux.
• Experience with embedded Linux development and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage an international team of Linux developers and testers.
• Define vision and roadmap for the Linux product with stakeholders.

Skills

Linux Development

Agile Development

CI/CD

Decision Making

Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Computer Science

MSc in Computer Engineering

Tools

CNCF

IoT

Device Management

RT Development

Job description

In a world increasingly driven by software innovation, Wind River is pioneering technologies to accelerate the digital transformation of our customers with a new generation of Mission Critical AI Systems in an AI-first world with the most exacting standards for safety, security, performance, and reliability. Success will be determined by our ability to innovate with velocity and sell at the solutions level.

Location is flexible in North America

What You’ll Do

Wind River Systems is seeking an experienced high-performing Senior Manager - Engineering for a position developing the industry’s most advanced embedded Linux development platform.

The successful candidate will report to the Sr. Director Engineering , to build and lead a highly skilled development team delivering the Wind River Linux product and related tooling, pioneering many new industry leading capabilities.

We are looking for someone with a balanced blend of technical skills, and softer skills like business acumen, decision making and communication skills.

In the past you’ve:

• Led Linux development teams, including development and test
• Conceived and driven new features and functionality to delight our customers
• Led planning, commitment and on-time delivery of new functionality
• Embraced and executed Agile Development with CI/CD

Responsibilities:

• Manage international team of highly experienced Linux developers and testers
• Work with Product Management and Product Architects to define Vision and Road map for LX product
• Ensure smooth and timely execution of Road map and product deliveries
• Motivate, support and inspire the Linux team
• Be a Linux Engineering interface to customers as required
• Maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including sales, product management and executive leadership
• Actively engage with Open Source Community

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in Engineering Management
• Embedded Linux development experience
• Expertise in CNCF, IOT, Device Management, RT development
• Understanding of security requirements in edge devices and of common security standards
• Knowledge of AI, ML and related middle ware
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Agile
• BSc / MSc degree (Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical degree).

Wind River is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.