Manager, Software Development

Location: Pasadena, California, United States

Job Type: Full-time, Leadership (Software Development Manager)

Responsibilities: Lead and manage a high-performing software engineering team within the Center for Quantum Computing. Define technical direction and architecture for software systems supporting quantum device fabrication. Oversee development of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software, ML-based inspection systems, and research tools. Collaborate closely with scientists, hardware engineers, process engineers, and program managers; Translate scientific and engineering requirements into scalable software solutions and system designs. Make strategic design decisions and participate in architecture, code reviews, and system planning. Drive ML-based initiatives for automated optical inspection of wafer defects. Lead development of LLM-powered tools for querying, analyzing, and visualizing fabrication data; Build software infrastructure that supports scaling quantum hardware manufacturing workflows.

Qualifications: 7+ years of experience as a software engineer, developer, or related role.3+ years of engineering team management experience;5+ years of experience in system design and architecture (scalability, reliability, design patterns).Strong understanding of full software development lifecycle including coding standards, testing, deployment, and operations. Experience working with cross-functional teams and product or program management.

Preferred: 5+ years of engineering leadership experience. Experience managing full software development lifecycle in production environments. Experience working on ML systems, inspection systems, or data-driven industrial applications. Familiarity with quantum hardware fabrication workflows or scientific computing environments.

Salary range: 184,900 to 250,200 USD annually (Pasadena, CA).Additional compensation may include sign-on bonus and restricted stock units (RSUs).Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans. Life insurance, disability coverage, mental health support, and employee assistance programs. Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching; Paid time off, parental leave, and adoption or surrogacy reimbursement support. Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs. Career growth opportunities within AWS and quantum computing initiatives.

Other Information: This role requires leadership in a fast-paced research and engineering environment. Amazon emphasizes inclusive culture, diverse experiences, and work-life balance; Applicants must comply with employment eligibility requirements and pass standard hiring checks. Amazon supports accessibility accommodations during hiring and employment. Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.