Software Engineering Manager

OverviewJoin to apply for the Software Engineering Manager role at Jacobs.This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$120,400.00/yr - $188,125.00/yrAt Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.Your impactAt Jacobs, we are always looking beyond raising the bar and delivering with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look to the future with great optimism and focus. We give our best and know that we’re making a difference.The Software Engineering Manager will play an important role in Jacobs Global Technical Excellence team, focusing on managing software developers to deliver new engineering software solutions to the business. You will be responsible for overseeing development processes, technical quality and consistency across a portfolio of solutions. Reporting to the Design Automation Program Technical Solutions Lead, you will partner with the Solutions Architect and Product Managers to design solutions based on key business challenges and stakeholder requirements and manage a team to execute development.As a Software Engineering Manager, you will be responsible forResponsibilitiesLeadership and Team Management: Managing a team of developers, testers and Scrum Masters, cultivate a culture of engineering excellence through shared best practices, standards, and documentationFostering a collaborative and innovative work culture, including running regular sessions for knowledge sharing, best practice and upskillingManage and hold the development team to account on following process, quality and coordinating with the Product Manager on budget or schedule implicationsWork with the Resource Manager to manage team workload and prioritization, identify resource requirements for recruits or vendorsCoordinate with Scrum Master, UI/UX designers, Product Managers, Product Owners, Solutions Architect to ensure development progresses according to scopeTechnical StewardshipDefine and implement a common tech stack to be used by the team and manage development best practices across the Design Automation programEstablish and maintain technical documentation in a knowledge libraryImplement streamlined CI/CD pipelines and processes that balance speed with security and qualityLead the adoption of Agile practices and DevOps throughout the development life cycleCollaborate with Product Managers and technical leads in continuous planning, dependency & risk management and process improvementContinuously identify and learn from delivery to improve effectivenessAccountable for the overall quality and integrity of delivered solutionsSolution DesignSupport solution design and possible backend delivery options when building business casesSupport the team to develop preliminary proofs of concepts during IncubationEstablish a connection to IT and Cyber-security to unblock dependencies, provide visibility and maintain policy complianceAddress challenges and roadblocks faced by development teams with strategic problem-solvingAdvise on development processes and assist troubleshootingQuality AssuranceEnsure sufficient test plans are implemented on each work package and conduct regular code reviewsWhen using vendors, ensure PO delivery meets quality and scopeIn partnership with the Product Manager, execute Critical Design Reviews before major releasesYour ability to multi-task, communicate effectively and tackle challenges will help you thrive in our fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow and pursue what fulfills you so that we can make impacts on the future – big and small, global, and local.RequirementsAt least 10 years of experience with hands-on software development and engineering workflowsExperience managing software engineering teams of at least 5-10 peopleKnowledge of modern CI/CD practices (GitHub Actions, GitOps), testing frameworks, and developer tooling ecosystemsStrong expertise in Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SSDLC) practices and implementationFamiliarity with developer portals, internal platforms, and self-service tooling like Backstage or custom solutionsExperience implementing developer-centric security and compliance controls within development processes (static analysis, dependency scanning, policy enforcement)Effective communication skills for connecting technical concepts with business valueUnderstanding of developer needs and challenges, with dedication to improving developer experienceExperience using software delivery management platforms like Azure DevOps or JiraExperience and knowledge of the following: C#, Java, .NET, Cloud services (Azure, Google, AWS), WPF, Python, REST APIsExperience and knowledge of engineering software (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley) and their APIsExperience and knowledge of systems architecture and managing cyber security requirementsIdeally, you’ll also haveDegree in software engineering, computer science or similarExperience with Dynamo and GrasshopperAdditional informationPosted Salary Range Minimum: $120,400.00Posted Salary Range Upper: $188,125.00Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase, and more. Eligible employees may enroll in deferred compensation plans. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO), seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for bonuses and stock.The base salary range for this position is $120,400.00 to $188,125.00. Within the range, pay is determined by location and factors including job-related skills, experience, and education.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.We value collaboration and support hybrid working between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, contact Careers Support.This position will be open for at least 3 days.Job detailsSeniority level: Not ApplicableEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jacobs. Sign in to set job alerts for similar roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17