Senior Manager Software Engineering

Overview

As the Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will lead and scale Clarios’ global software engineering organization as a core within Embedded System Product Engineering. You will build and continuously develop the capabilities required to deliver high-quality, compliant, and scalable embedded software for safety-critical low voltage energy systems. You will drive the transition from project-based development towards a platform-oriented approach and ensure reliable execution of software delivery across all automotive programs, including SOP and field performance.

• Lead, develop, and grow the global software engineering organization, including structure definition, leadership development, and capability build-up.
• Build, scale, and integrate software engineering teams into a unified global organization.
• Drive execution of software development across programs, aligning with product engineering and program requirements.
• Own and enforce software development processes, standards, and governance aligned with ASPICE, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, and Clarios’ Governance.
• Develop and introduce a software platform, including configuration management, variant management, and lifecycle management.
• Implement and operate modern development environments, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and integrated tool chains.
• Define and track software KPIs to manage delivery performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead software-related supplier and partner management, including sourcing inputs, technical governance, quality/performance management, and ensuring supplier deliverables comply with Clarios’ processes and standards across the full lifecycle.
• Ensure strong integration of software engineering into cross-functional development across systems, hardware, and product management.

• 12+ years of experience in embedded software engineering within automotive environments, preferably safety-critical systems.
• 5+ years of leadership managing and developing engineering organizations.
• Proven experience in building and scaling global software engineering organizations across multiple regions and cultures.
• Proven track record in delivering embedded software for automotive production programs, including SOP and field introduction.
• Strong experience in battery management systems (BMS) and LV-Energy Systems or similar systems (e.g., power electronics control).
• Deep understanding of automotive standards including ASPICE, ISO 26262, and ISO 21434.
• Proven experience in developing software for safety-critical systems (ASIL C/D).
• Experience in developing or introducing software platforms in the context of product platforms, including modular architectures, reuse, and variant management.
• Strong understanding of embedded system architectures and cross-functional system integration.
• Experience in industrializing software, including release management, configuration management, and multi-program execution.
• Experience with modern development environments, including CI/CD, automated testing (MiL, SiL, HiL), and integrated tool chains.
• Proven ability to build engineering capabilities, including hiring, organizational design, and leadership development.
• Experience in Tier 1 automotive suppliers or OEM environments strongly preferred.

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire.
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts.
• Parental and caregiver leave programs.
• Paid time off, flexible spending, short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership.
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities.