Engineering Manager - Embedded Software

Holley Performance Products • Bowling Green, KY

60d

About The Position

The Engineering Manager - Embedded Software leads day-to-day delivery of embedded software, firmware, and controls across multiple product lines. You will manage and mentor engineers while remaining a hands-on technical contributor - raising the bar on quality, reliability, and real-time performance. You will plan, coordinate, and clearly communicate scope, schedule, and risk across stakeholders; foster innovation and reuse; and ensure alignment to platform architecture, safety, and release readiness.

Requirements

• B.S in Electrical, Computer, Software, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years automotive embedded software experience, including 1-3 years in technical leadership/people leadership.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems; experience with model-based development (MATLAB/Simulink).
• Solid understanding of embedded software, controls, firmware, architecture, and communication (CAN, LIN, UDS, J1979, OBDII, etc.)
• Proven project planning and defect tracking in Jira.
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing internal and supplier interfacing projects.

Nice To Haves

• Master s degree in engineering or related field.
• Passionate about automotive and powertrain vehicles and systems.
• Experience integrating software, validation, calibration, or diagnostic functions.
• Knowledge of Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) fundamentals and Engine Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Be an effective people manager with the ability to get hands-on in code development (code reviews, design, debugging, writing software, integration).
• Coaches and develops team of engineers, creating an inclusive culture.
• Own planning and execution of embedded software projects in Jira (backlog, milestones, risks, release readiness).
• Define and drive platform strategy (architecture, reusability, scalability, interface management, model-based development)
• Lead technical discussions/design reviews. Serve as Subject Matter Expert for embedded software, firmware, controls, and communications.
• Run day-to-day Software Development activities: standups, dependency/risk management, unblock the team, coordinate cross-functionally.
• Establish and enforce engineering standards (coding, version control, CI, test automation, defect tracking).
• Oversee the development, negotiation, and approval of Interface Control Documents with external suppliers, and manage supplier engagement projects.
• Promote continuous learning and innovation - balance new technical approaches with pragmatic, production-ready solutions.
• Collaborate in planning and development with cross-functional teams such as Systems, Validation, Hardware, and Product.
• Manage New Product Development, Continuous Improvement, and Issue projects with urgency, accuracy, and accountability.

Benefits

• Shape the future of performance products in a company that values innovation and speed.
• Work alongside passionate experts who share your love for vehicles and technology.
• Build systems that combine engineering excellence into world-class automotive solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees