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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager, Software Engineering - **Company:** Transport Enterprise Leasing - **Location:** Chattanooga, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Code Review, Python (Programming Language), SQL Azure, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Responsive Web Design, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Prompt Engineering, Information Technology, Software Coding, Serverless Computing, Databricks, Programming Languages - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=28026a83266f6679 ## About the Role * Proven leadership experience with the ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing software engineering teams. * Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to navigate complex technical and business challenges. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. * Demonstrated project management, organizational, and time-management skills with experience managing multiple priorities and initiatives. * Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, software architecture, and modern engineering best practices. * Experience leading engineering teams through technical challenges, system enhancements, and enterprise-scale software initiatives. * Working knowledge of AI-assisted software development concepts and tools, including prompt engineering fundamentals, model-assisted coding workflows, automation opportunities, AI limitations, and responsible AI governance. * Commitment to developing high-quality, secure, maintainable, and scalable software solutions., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. * Minimum of 8 years of software development experience, preferably within the Microsoft .NET ecosystem. * Previous experience in a software engineering leadership or management role overseeing development teams and technical initiatives. * Strong experience with programming languages and technologies such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, Python, and Java. * Experience with Agile development methodologies and leading teams in collaborative delivery environments. * Experience with Salesforce, Databricks, Azure Functions, Azure Web Services, Azure SQL Services, and responsive web application development is highly desirable. * Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and the ability to guide teams in their responsible and effective use, including understanding of prompt engineering basics, awareness of AI output limitations, model-assisted coding workflows, automation opportunities, and the importance of human review and validation of AI-generated content and code. ## Description Lead innovation, mentor high-performing engineering teams, and help shape the future of technology at TEL. As the Manager, Software Engineering, you will lead a team of software engineers responsible for delivering scalable, high-quality software solutions that support critical business operations and strategic initiatives. This role combines technical leadership, people management, and project execution. You'll work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to drive technology solutions, advance engineering best practices, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about developing talent, solving complex technical challenges, and delivering business value through technology, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact. What You'll Do Leadership and Team Management * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers by providing technical guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities. * Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team culture focused on continuous learning and engineering excellence. * Manage resource allocation, workload balancing, and project timelines to ensure delivery against organizational priorities and business objectives. * Build a positive and accountable work environment that encourages growth, ownership, and continuous improvement. Software Development * Oversee the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of software applications and technology solutions. * Partner with business stakeholders, analysts, architects, and developers to define technical requirements, interfaces, specifications, and system architectures. * Ensure adherence to coding standards, development best practices, and quality assurance processes through code reviews and technical leadership. * Lead the responsible adoption and use of AI-assisted development tools for coding, documentation, testing, troubleshooting, and workflow automation while ensuring all AI-generated outputs are reviewed, validated, and aligned with company standards. * Promote the delivery of high-quality, secure, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. Project Management * Manage project priorities, risks, issues, and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and successful delivery of initiatives. * Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, timelines, and deliverables. * Continuously evaluate and improve software development and project management processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and team effectiveness. * Balance technical priorities with business objectives to ensure organizational success. Collaboration and Communication * Coordinate and cross-train with software developers, analysts, and other teams to encourage knowledge sharing and collaboration across the organization. * Serve as a liaison with external vendors and technology partners on select projects and initiatives. * Communicate technical concepts, project updates, risks, and strategic recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Build strong partnerships across the business to align technology solutions with operational and strategic goals. Documentation and Compliance * Oversee the creation and maintenance of technical documentation throughout the software development lifecycle. * Ensure adherence to organizational standards, development best practices, and established governance processes. * Promote consistency, quality, and accountability in documentation and software delivery practices. ## Related Videos - [Inside Mercedes-Benz: How CIO Katrin Lehmann is Empowering 5,000 Developers and Driving Digital Change](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1360-inside-mercedes-benz-how-cio-katrin-lehmann-is-empowering-5-000-developers-and-driving-digital-change) - [Cutting LLM Costs Without Cutting Quality: How to Beat Proprietary LLMs with Fine-Tuned Open Source](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100151-cutting-llm-costs-without-cutting-quality-how-to-beat-proprietary-llms-with-fine-tuned-open-source) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. All of them. 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