Software Engineering Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and managing a team that delivers high-quality embedded software and firmware for a wide range of cutting-edge storage systems and flash-based performance enhancement modules.

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

• Lead a platform software/firmware engineering team delivering high-quality storage platform solutions.
• Translate product goals into clear execution plans, including priorities, timelines, resourcing, and delivery commitments.
• Oversee the full development lifecycle from planning through release and sustenance.
• Drive high-quality, secure, and timely delivery while strengthening engineering practices across CI/CD, automation, and SDLC.
• Collaborate with JDM/ODM partners, third-party vendors, and cross-functional teams (hardware, software, quality, manufacturing, and support).
• Manage risks, resolve issues, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
• Communicate progress, risks, and recommendations clearly to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Continuously improve team processes, engineering quality, and execution predictability.
• Promote responsible use of approved AI tools for development, testing, and problem-solving.
• Coach and develop engineers, supporting performance and career growth aligned to business needs.

Desired Skills

• Strong technical and people leadership with the ability to build trust and drive accountability.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with practical judgement.
• Clear communication skills to articulate risks, trade-offs, and outcomes.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and guide teams toward delivery and quality goals.
• Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Continuous improvement focus to enhance engineering practices and outcomes.

Desired Experience

• Experience leading software/firmware teams delivering storage or systems software.
• Hands-on expertise in C/C++, Python, kernel development, and operating systems (Linux/FreeBSD).
• Knowledge of BIOS, BMC firmware, computer architecture, and development workflows.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, security practices, and project delivery.
• Experience improving CI/CD, automation, and release processes.
• Exposure to AI tools for development and productivity enhancement.
• Proven experience in hiring, mentoring, and developing engineering talent.
• Experience working with ODM/JDM partners and third-party vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across teams.

Education

• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and experience in technical leadership, people management is required
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple critical projects