Software Engineering Manager (Software Engineering Mgmt)
About The Position
The Boeing Company is seeking a Software Manager (Virtual) to join their Common Operating System team within the Enterprise Software Products & Capabilities organization. This role focuses on supporting various Business Units and Divisions across Boeing. The ideal candidate will lead the Common Operating System, driving the development and integration of product-lined on-platform software with a focus on creating shared, reusable, and certifiable software products. This position requires a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing complex software projects. The manager will direct teams responsible for the roadmaps and development of Linux software product lines used across multiple programs and business units. This role involves close interfacing with program teams for seamless integration, ensuring software solutions meet program-specific needs and performance standards. The manager will shape and manage relationships between program teams and business partners, fostering collaboration towards common objectives. Standardizing metrics and reporting processes will be essential for tracking performance, assessing progress, and driving continuous improvement. The manager will lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability. This position is identified as a virtual opportunity and does not require relocation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
- Ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance
- 3+ years of experience with program execution
- 3+ years of experience with SDLC (Software/Systems Development Lifecycle)
- 2+ years of experience leading technical projects with real-time operating systems (RTOS), Linux kernel, unikernel, and/or hypervisors
- 2+ years of experience developing software governed by processes for safety critical systems (DO-178B/C, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- Additional graduate degree in Engineering or equivalent degree
- Experience with software engineering on Boeing Platforms utilizing Linux
- Experience with Boeing programs
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of embedded software engineers performing engineering and technical activities for safety-critical and non-safety critical Linux developments, ensuring adherence to requirements, DO-178C Design Assurance Level (DAL), and Level of Rigor (LOR) standards
- Proactively assess and manage software staffing needs; create a healthy talent and skill pipeline to meet project resource timelines
- Drive technical planning and execution, including analyzing and responding to team agile metrics, to ensure the team consistently meets or exceeds planned cost, schedule, technical performance, safety, and quality targets
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including other software engineering teams, systems engineering, hardware engineering, quality assurance, coworkers, customers, and suppliers to ensure seamless integration of software components, meet all requirements, and efficient and accurate communication throughout the project lifecycle
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure and professionalism in stressful situations, with a strong sense of cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Provide guidance and direction to team members to ensure adherence to Software Engineering Design Practices, Independent Verification & Validation, and other engineering excellence initiatives
- Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth within the team
- Integrate modern development methodologies and DevSecOps principles to ensure robust software development practices that enhance security, quality, and efficiency throughout the software lifecycle
- Engage with stakeholders, suppliers, including customers and regulatory bodies, to communicate project status, address concerns, mitigate risk, and ensure alignment with program objectives
Benefits
- health insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- health savings accounts
- retirement savings plans
- life and disability insurance programs
- paid and unpaid time away from work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
