Manager, Software Development

Position Summary

We are seeking a Manager, Software Development to lead the evolution of Bentley’s Civil Engineering software portfolio. In this role, you will manage a globally distributed team of developers and oversee day‑to‑day operations, driving technical excellence, organizational transformation, and strategic impact. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to implement processes, guide engineering investment decisions, and deliver high‑quality, reliable solutions.

Manage, mentor, and develop a global software engineering team.

• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.
• Drive delivery of highly available, scalable, and performant cloud services.

• Champion the transition to an Empowered Teams organizational model.

Promote modern engineering practices, tools, and workflows to improve productivity and quality.

Ensure high standards for code quality, maintainability, testing, and overall product stability.

Oversee release readiness, defect management, and continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Use data, telemetry, customer feedback, and engineering insight to:

• Guide product strategies
• Prioritize engineering investments

Optimize development efficiency and team focus.

Partner with Product Management, UX, Quality Engineering, and leadership to align on product strategy and delivery goals.

• Support cross‑functional coordination to ensure the success of major initiatives.

• Recruit, coach, and develop high‑performing engineering talent.

Encourage continuous learning, skill development, and technical growth within the team.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience with 3+ years of technical experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing globally distributed software teams with 2+ years of experience.
• Strong communication, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership skills.
• High intellectual curiosity and adaptability to evolving tools, technologies, and industry trends.
• A coaching‑oriented mindset with a passion for team and individual development.

• A Great Team & Culture: Work in a collaborative environment with a strong sense of purpose.
• Global Impact: Join a diverse international team shaping the future of infrastructure software.
• Supportive Environment: A culture centered on innovation, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Career Growth: Access to training programs, certifications, and industry events.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to impactful projects alongside highly skilled professionals.
• Purpose‑Driven Mission: Help create solutions that support sustainable infrastructure worldwide.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working hours.

Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.