{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"466ec55bdfc5c847645a1821","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/466ec55bdfc5c847645a1821","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/466ec55bdfc5c847645a1821","title":"Software Engineering Manager","description":"Role Summary A growing technology organization is seeking a Software Engineering Manager – Embedded Systems to lead a team of software engineers responsible for the design, development, and delivery of embedded software solutions that power high-visibility products used by customers around the world.\r\nThis role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering involvement, providing the opportunity to influence product architecture, guide software strategy, and drive projects from concept through commercialization. The position partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Product Management, Sales, and Marketing to ensure innovative, scalable, and high-quality solutions are delivered to market.\r\nThe ideal candidate brings deep embedded software development expertise, strong C++ programming skills, and a proven ability to mentor teams while contributing directly to technical design and development activities.\r\nKey Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of embedded software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture.\r\nProvide technical guidance, architectural oversight, and hands-on support throughout the software development lifecycle.\r\nManage engineering priorities, project timelines, and resource allocation across multiple concurrent initiatives.\r\nPromote engineering best practices, code quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.\r\nSoftware Design & Development Contribute directly to the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software applications and platforms.\r\nDrive technical decision-making related to software architecture, platform evolution, and future technology direction.\r\nLead full-lifecycle software development activities, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.\r\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software solutions align with business objectives and product roadmaps.\r\nProduct Development & Innovation Support the development and commercialization of next-generation products and proprietary software platforms.\r\nEvaluate and recommend future hardware and software technologies to enhance product capabilities and maintain competitive advantage.\r\nPartner with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.\r\nDrive innovation through the adoption of modern development practices and emerging technologies.\r\nDevelopment Operations & Process Improvement Support and enhance Agile software development processes and engineering workflows.\r\nOversee source control, build automation, and deployment practices utilizing modern development tools and CI/CD methodologies.\r\nIdentify opportunities to improve software quality, development efficiency, and engineering scalability.\r\nManage technical risks, dependencies, and issue resolution across multiple projects.\r\nStakeholder Collaboration Communicate project status, technical risks, and delivery milestones to leadership and key stakeholders.\r\nFoster strong collaboration across engineering and business functions to ensure successful product delivery.\r\nServe as a technical leader and trusted advisor, helping shape the long-term software strategy for the organization.\r\nRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred.\r\n10+ years of embedded software development experience.\r\nStrong hands-on expertise with C++ development.\r\nExperience designing and developing software for Linux and/or Windows embedded environments.\r\nDemonstrated leadership experience through formal management, technical leadership, or project leadership responsibilities.\r\nProven experience with full software development lifecycle methodologies, from concept through product release.\r\nStrong problem-solving, analytical, and technical decision-making skills.\r\nExcellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.\r\nPreferred Qualifications Experience leading and mentoring software engineering teams.\r\nFamiliarity with Agile software development methodologies and cross-functional product development environments.\r\nHands-on experience with development and collaboration tools including Git, Jenkins, and Jira .\r\nExperience influencing software architecture and long-term platform strategy.\r\nBackground working with proprietary software products or technology-driven organizations.\r\nExperience collaborating with hardware engineering teams on integrated product development initiatives.\r\nTechnical Environment Embedded Software Development\r\nC++\r\nLinux and Windows Embedded Systems\r\nGit\r\nJenkins\r\nJira\r\nAgile Development Methodologies\r\nFull Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)\r\nCross-Functional Product Development\r\nCompensation & Work Model Employment Type: Direct-hire, full-time\r\nWork Model: Onsite position\r\nLocation: Greater Champaign, Illinois area (approximately two hours south of Chicago)\r\nRelocation: Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates currently residing in the United States\r\nCompensation: Competitive base salary ranging from $130,000 – $160,000 , plus comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and 401(k).\r\nThis is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong engineering leader who enjoys building teams, developing innovative products, and playing an influential role in the growth and long-term technology direction of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Twenty80","rawCompany":"twenty80","city":"Champaign","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-26T03:23:51.832Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Engineering Manager","description":"Role Summary A growing technology organization is seeking a Software Engineering Manager – Embedded Systems to lead a team of software engineers responsible for the design, development, and delivery of embedded software solutions that power high-visibility products used by customers around the world.\r\nThis role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering involvement, providing the opportunity to influence product architecture, guide software strategy, and drive projects from concept through commercialization. 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