Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager – Cross-Functional Teams📍 Location: Limerick

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead cross-functional software teams, including Software Development, DevOps, and Software Testing. This leadership role is pivotal in delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions aligned with business goals.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, proven leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset to foster innovation, operational excellence, and compliance in a regulated environment.

You will oversee the entire software development lifecycle—from planning and design through to development, deployment, and testing—ensuring timely delivery of robust outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage Software Development and Test teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical strategy.

Oversee the full software lifecycle, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Define and implement best practices in software engineering, CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and testing.

Collaborate with Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Drive resource planning, performance management, and career development for team members.

Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, particularly in regulated industries.

Skills & Experience

Architectural & Technical:

Strong grasp of software design patterns and architectural principles.

Experience designing scalable, maintainable, and secure software systems.

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).

Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy standards.

Hands-on experience with Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, and automated testing frameworks.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

5+ years in leadership roles managing cross-functional software teams.

Ability to mentor developers and conduct effective code reviews.

Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities.

Effective communicator across technical and non-technical teams.

Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

Ownership of end-to-end delivery and technical decision-making.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in leadership.

Proven experience in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.

Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and automation frameworks.

Experience delivering complex software projects in fast-paced environments.

Background in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, automotive, aerospace) highly desirable.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to lead cutting-edge projects with significant impact.

Professional growth, training, and career progression.

Collaborative, innovative work culture.