Manager, Software Engineering

Job Summary:

The Software Manager is vital in building a high-performing, collaborative engineering team that consistently produces quality software aligned with company goals. This role focuses on team development, managing resources, and cross-functional collaboration to support individual and team growth while achieving project milestones. By offering proactive mentorship, engaging in strategic planning, and enhancing processes, the Software Manager fosters a positive work culture and boosts operational efficiency, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to the company’s success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a positive, collaborative, and inclusive environment where engineers feel valued and engaged, fostering high morale and strong team cohesion

• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews, offering constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for individual and team performance

• Identify skill gaps and training needs, work with HR and leadership to develop personalized growth plans, and support engineers’ professional development

• Collaborate with senior leadership to align team goals with broader company objectives and ensure that projects support strategic initiatives

• Collaborate with project technical leads to understand project requirements and allocate engineering resources based on expertise, availability, and workload

• Act as an advocate for team members, addressing concerns and facilitating career growth opportunities that align with personal and company goals

• Lead the recruitment process to attract, assess, and hire talented engineers and ensure a smooth onboarding process integrating new hires into the team and culture

• Coordinate with HR to manage compensation, promotions, and recognition programs, ensuring that high-performing engineers are rewarded appropriately

• Address interpersonal and work-related conflicts within the team, promote a respectful work environment, and engage HR support when necessary

• Ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and workplace conduct guidelines, proactively addressing any issues related to attendance, behavior, or performance

• Monitor engagement and retention metrics, conduct exit interviews, and implement strategies to reduce turnover and enhance job satisfaction

• Identify opportunities to improve team processes and workflows in collaboration with the technical lead and project management, ensuring efficient delivery and quality standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in a related field

• 5+ years of experience working in a similar role

• 2+ years of management experience overseeing engineering teams, including performance evaluations and goal-setting

• Foundational technical knowledge of software development practices (e.g., version control, Agile) to support team alignment

• Experience with resource planning and workload balancing in collaboration with technical leads to meet project deadlines

• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and frameworks (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)

• Data-driven decision-making skills using performance and engagement metrics for team growth and retention

• Proficiency in supporting recruitment processes for engineering roles, including coordinating sourcing strategies, facilitating interviews, and overseeing onboarding efforts

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage cross-functional teams and advocate for team members

• Experience in the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) industry (advantageous)

Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

• A home allowance to elevate your home workspace

• Discretionary bonus program

• Future financial security with a 401(k) program with company match

• Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown

• Embraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off

Safran Passenger Innovations does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.