Software Engineering Manager – Foundry

AHEAD

1d•$180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

The Software Engineering Manager – Foundry leads the team that builds Signal, AHEAD’s in-house ERP application and the operational backbone of Foundry, its engineering and integration arm. Signal supports production and work order management, inventory and materials tracking, procurement, and integration scheduling, helping engineering, operations, and delivery teams stay aligned as infrastructure moves through design, build, and deployment. The role owns the health, growth, and performance of a globally distributed team based in the US and India, and partners with product and business stakeholders to deliver valuable features. The position is primarily focused on people leadership and delivery, while requiring technical judgment to guide architectural decisions, remove blockers, and establish responsible, effective use of AI tools and coding agents. Success is measured by the team’s growth and the impact of the products it delivers. The role is expected to embody AHEAD’s values of passion, quality, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

At least 5 years of software development experience.
At least 2 years in a management or team-lead role.
Experience managing teams building web applications, ideally using Elixir/Phoenix or similar modern technology stacks.
Ability to provide meaningful technical guidance.
Fluency with modern AI development tools and a clear perspective on how they affect how teams build, hire, and measure impact.
Strong understanding of software development practices, including testing, CI/CD, code review, and Agile methodologies.
Proven ability to hire, develop, and retain engineering talent, with an interest in the growth and well-being of direct reports.
Experience managing delivery across multiple products or initiatives simultaneously.
Track record of building trust with a team and cross-functional partners.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
Comfort with ambiguity and making decisions with incomplete information.

Nice To Haves

At least 8 years of software development experience and 3 or more years managing teams building web applications.
Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or ERP systems.
Familiarity with REST and GraphQL APIs, database design, and cloud infrastructure.
Experience in manufacturing or supply chain.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow the software engineering team building Signal.
Lead a globally distributed team and collaborate with developers in the US and India.
Conduct regular one-on-ones, provide feedback, and support team members’ career development.
Participate in sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding engineers, emphasizing judgment, product sense, and verification skills.
Foster a team culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Partner with product management and business stakeholders to translate requirements into development plans.
Own delivery timelines and ensure high-quality software ships on schedule.
Guide technical discussions and support sound architectural decisions.
Remove obstacles and shield the team from distractions.
Establish and refine development processes and AI-assisted workflows, balancing agility with predictability.
Promote fluent and responsible use of AI tools and coding agents while maintaining accountability for review, testing, quality, and security.
Shape and continuously improve the team’s AI workflows, tooling, and standards.
Collaborate with operations, customer success, and other engineering teams.
Stay engaged with the codebase and the team’s use of AI to contribute meaningfully to code reviews and technical planning.