Gentex Corporation · 19 hours ago
Software Engineering Manager
Manchester, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGentex Corporation is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions. They are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to build, lead, and grow a high-performing in-house software engineering organization focused on embedded firmware and software development.
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Responsibilities
Build, lead, and scale the software engineering organization, including hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management
Set technical direction for embedded and application software development aligned with system architecture and program requirements
Provide technical leadership, architectural guidance, and design oversight; contribute hands-on as needed to support delivery and technical risk reduction
Establish and enforce software engineering standards, best practices, design reviews, and lessons-learned activities
Drive transition from outsourced development to internal ownership of critical software capabilities
Serve as main interface for software subcontractors and external partners; develop statements of work and provide technical guidance
Plan, estimate, and track software development activities to meet cost, schedule, and performance commitments
Support bids and proposals, including conceptual design, cost estimates, and technical writing
Ensure compliance with site quality management system requirements and applicable regulatory requirements
Prepare and deliver technical reports, recommendations, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Support transition to production, including test strategies, process controls, and lifecycle support
Collaborate with cross-functional groups to achieve enterprise and departmental goals
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field required
8+ years of experience in software engineering with emphasis on new product development
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop software engineering teams
Strong understanding of embedded software and firmware development practices
Experience with C/C++ with emphasis on real-time embedded development
Experience with software configuration management and version control tools (e.g., Git)
Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC), configuration management, and issue tracking tools (e.g., Visure, Cora, Jira, DOORS)
Ability to review software/firmware requirements for compatibility with hardware design constraints
Experience programming with limited memory and processing resources and optimizing performance
Preferred
M.S. preferred
Training in supervision and leadership preferred
2–5 years of experience in engineering leadership or technical supervision preferred
Experience building or scaling a software engineering team preferred
Experience managing subcontractors and remote teams preferred
Experience supporting military or other regulated programs preferred
Experience with embedded or real-time systems a plus
Security clearance desired or ability to obtain
Experience with encryption algorithms
Experience with embedded wireless development
Experience with low power devices and software techniques to increase battery run time
Knowledge of Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or related tools is a plus
Experience designing, deploying, or maintaining customer-facing infrastructure for software distribution and software/firmware updates (e.g., secure delivery mechanisms, device update pipelines, lifecycle support systems) a plus
Experience creating and managing mobile and PC-based companion applications that interface with embedded products a plus
Benefits
Medical coverages
401k
Paid time off
Excellent work schedules including a 9/80 work week
Company
Gentex Corporation
Gentex is a global, high technology electronics company that is managed by engineers and others who understand the freedom and discipline that's required to run an entrepreneurial company.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
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Fred T Bauer
CEO & Founder
S
Steve Downing
President and Chief Executive Officer
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