Senior Manager, Software Engineering

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Hood River, ORtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition : R0003666

Insitu is seeking an experienced and dynamic
** Software Engineering Senior Manager
** to lead our software product development efforts for cutting-edge unmanned aircraft system (UAS) technology. This role is pivotal in driving technical excellence, operational efficiency, and innovation across our software engineering teams. The Senior Manager will play a key role in developing strategies, roadmaps, and multi-disciplinary collaboration to ensure successful product delivery aligned with customer needs and company goals.

Responsibilities include:

** Leadership and Strategy
*** Develop and execute a technical strategy, vision, and roadmap for software product lines, ensuring alignment with broader engineering objectives and business goals.
* Manage a team of skilled software development managers and engineers, encouraging innovation, inclusion, and high-performance culture.
* Manage a team of Software Project Managers focused on consistent execution to budget, scope, and schedule commitments.
* Partner with senior leadership across engineering, product management, business development, marketing, and sales functions to prioritize and deliver UAS solutions that meet customer expectations.
* Partner with, and lead engagements with offshore Insitu product development and test teams
** Team Development and Collaboration
*** Mentor and guide the professional growth of first line software managers and software engineers, fostering continuous learning and career development.
* Coordinate with hardware, electrical, and systems engineering teams to deliver integrated software solutions for complex UAS platforms.
* Encourage cross-functional collaboration and teamwork across diverse stakeholder groups to achieve shared goals.
** Technical Execution
*** Actively oversee the design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment of software products, ensuring high availability, resilience, and scalability.
* Promote best practices in software development, such as Agile methodologies or Lean principles, to improve quality and productivity across teams.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, elevating craftsmanship and technical leadership within the organization.
** Operational and Financial Management
*** Manage and develop budgets (department level and project/program level), ensuring alignment with financial roadmaps and company objectives.
* Support licensing and sales opportunities for software products in collaboration with business development teams.
* Continuously identify and implement opportunities for process improvements, cost optimization, and operational efficiency.
** Stakeholder Engagement
*** Support customer program managers by ensuring project execution aligned with customer technical and programmatic requirements.
* Participate in strategic initiatives to maintain and grow the software portfolio, expanding Insitu’s market presence and leadership in UAS solutions.
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
* 5-8+ years of progressive responsibility managing software engineering teams (or equivalent).
* Expertise in software development principles, complex system integration, and high-level design for software architecture.
* Proficiency in leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment with demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
** Desired Qualifications
*** MBA or Master’s degree in a related field.
* Security clearance ideal but not required.
* Experience in software licensing and product lifecycle management.
* Familiarity with Agile software development processes and related tools (e.g., Atlassian suite – Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Desired:
*** Strong understanding of programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java) and software system design principles.
* Demonstrated ability to lead innovative and complex software product development efforts.
* Exceptional communication skills with the ability to synthesize technical information and interact confidently with all levels of stakeholders.
** Work Conditions
*** Hybrid work model:
Minimum 3 days onsite per week in Hood River, OR.
* Ability to travel (