Senior Manager of Software Engineering

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Job Posting Title

Senior Manager of Software Engineering

Job Description Summary

The Senior Manager of Software Engineering is responsible for leading, mentoring, and managing software engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. This role involves strategic planning, project management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to align technology initiatives with business goals.

Key Responsibilities :

Team Leadership : Mentor and develop engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.

Project Management : Oversee multiple software development projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.

Technical Oversight : Provide guidance on software architecture, design, and best practices, ensuring technical quality and scalability of solutions.

Stakeholder Collaboration : Work with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.

Process Improvement : Implement and improve software development processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Recruitment : Participate in the hiring process, identifying and attracting top engineering talent.

Budget Management : Manage budgets and resources for software development initiatives.

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience : 17+ years of software development experience, with at least 3-5 years in a management role.

Technical Skills : Proficiency in programming languages, software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum), and familiarity with software development tools.

Leadership Skills : Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to lead diverse teams.

Problem-Solving : Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions.

Communication : Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with cloud technologies, DevOps practices, and continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI / CD) pipelines.

Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in software development.

Morningstar is an equal opportunity employer.

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.

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