Manager, Software Engineering

Application Software Engineering Manager

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests™," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Location:

Fond du Lac WI

Workplace Category:
Hybrid

Travel Required:

10-15%

Direct Reports:
Yes

Pay Range: 118,400 – 174,000

Position Overview:

As part of the talented Product Development & Engineering team, you will be responsible for leading the Application Software Engineering team that delivers Mercury's consumer-facing applications, firmware for the Smart Craft Connect Module, and IoT implementation supporting Mercury applications. This role leads a team of salaried engineers and software developers, including remote and on-site contributors, while coordinating priorities and deliverables across multiple teams.

The Application Software Engineering Manager partners closely with Service, Marketing, IT, Sales, Category, and Embedded Software organizations and supports enterprise connectivity initiatives across Navico, Freedom Boat Club, and Brunswick Boat Group.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of salaried engineers and software developers, including a mix of remote and on-site contributors.
• Build and sustain a strong culture of personal growth, accountability, collaboration, and engineering excellence.
• Set clear priorities, remove obstacles, and help the team deliver high-quality software and firmware solutions aligned to business needs.

Software Delivery and Engineering Execution

Manage the prioritization and coordination of software deliverables across multiple teams and stakeholder groups.

Oversee delivery of Mercury consumer applications, Smart Craft Connect Module firmware, and IoT implementation supporting Mercury applications.

Apply Agile, SCRUM, HPPD, Waterfall, QA, project management, and Azure Dev Ops practices to improve planning, execution, quality, and visibility.

Ensure software development work supports embedded systems, application software, connectivity features, and integration needs across the Mercury product ecosystem.

Cross-Functional Partnership and Connectivity Initiatives

Partner closely with Category, Service, Marketing, IT, Sales, and Embedded Software teams to align technical deliverables with customer, dealer, product, and business requirements.

Support enterprise connectivity initiatives related to Navico, Freedom Boat Club, and Brunswick Boat Group.

Represent the Application Software Engineering team in cross-functional planning, issue resolution, and execution discussions.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in software development and/or managing software developers, including experience with low-level C, C#, C++, and higher-level mobile or application engineering teams.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field;
  Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Firm understanding of microcontrollers, RTOS, embedded software, or closely related software systems.
• Knowledge of BLE and Wi-Fi technologies and related interface software.
• Knowledge of Azure IoT Hub and IoT implementation concepts.
• Strong background in quality assurance, project management, and/or Azure Dev Ops.
• Experience with Agile software development practices and working knowledge of Waterfall software development management.
• Experience in applying project management methodologies, with a strong background in HPPD and SCRUM.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate deliverables across multiple teams and stakeholder groups.
• Forecast and manage group and project budgets
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and team-development skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading teams that deliver consumer applications, embedded firmware, IoT solutions, or connected product platforms.
• Experience supporting enterprise…