Sr. Manager- Software Engineering

$80,000 - $151,000/Yr

Sierra Nevada Corporation - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Huntsville, AL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Manager of Software Engineering at Blue Origin will lead a talented team of software engineers, focusing on developing high-quality software solutions that align with the company's mission of advancing space exploration. This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to safety, requiring a strong technical background and leadership skills to drive software development processes and foster a culture of excellence within the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Drive the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software solutions aligned with Blue Origin's mission.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Ensure the alignment of software engineering practices with industry standards and Blue Origin's goals.
• Manage and optimize software development processes to enhance productivity and quality.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members.
• Lead by example in ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of software systems.
• Stay current with advancements in software engineering, tools, and best practices.
• Oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing planning and execution software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading software development projects from inception to delivery.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Experience with cloud-based environments, particularly AWS.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for space exploration and a commitment to Blue Origin's mission.
• Direct experience with the manufacturing planning and execution process.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Knowledge of Agile software development practices.
• Experience with DevOps and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements in aerospace.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonus designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.