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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Automated Test Software Manager - **Company:** Extreme Engineering Solutions - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Applicant Tracking Systems, Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Systems Development Life Cycle, Requirements Management, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Testing, Scripting, Git, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Industrial Software, Software Version Control, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/automated-test-software-manager-verona-wi--40f4fca9-d493-41a4-85ca-5936e30a8895 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. * Seven or more years of applicable engineering experience in a professional environment. * Experience developing software that interfaces with programmable devices, embedded hardware, electronic systems, test equipment, or similar low-level systems. * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and manufacturing teams. * Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed technical and organizational decisions. * Ability to work onsite at our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, Wisconsin., * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field. * Two or more years of experience in a managerial or engineering leadership role. * Experience developing automated test software or software used to program, configure, test, or verify electronic assemblies in a manufacturing environment. * Strong technical background in software development, testing, integration, and deployment. * Proficiency with programming and scripting languages used for embedded systems or automated testing. * Experience with modern development practices and tools, including Git, issue-tracking systems, automated testing, and continuous integration. * Experience debugging interactions among software, embedded hardware, instrumentation, and test equipment. * Knowledge of software development life-cycle approaches, including Agile and waterfall methodologies. * A commitment to developing employees, improving engineering processes, and delivering dependable software solutions., Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Applicant Tracking System, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Systems, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Debugging Tools, Design Verification, Detail Oriented, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Assembly, Embedded Hardware, Embedded Systems, Engineering Management, Git, Hardware Quality Assurance, High Tech Industry, Instrumentation, Integration Testing, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Software, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mentoring, Military, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product Development, Production Support, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Requirements Management, Resource Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Administration, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Test, Team Player, Technical Support, Test Automation, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Waterfall Model of Software Development, Workforce Planning ## Description Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead our Automated Test Software (ATS) team. This team develops software used in manufacturing to program and electrically verify product assemblies, confirm product functionality, and ensure product conformance. The manager will oversee software development and delivery while providing technical and organizational leadership, managing staffing and employee performance, addressing project and operational risks, and driving continuous improvement., * Lead and manage the Automated Test Software team, providing mentorship, guidance, and support for employees' professional growth. * Oversee the development, integration, deployment, and maintenance of reliable software used to program, test, and verify X-ES products. * Work closely with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Test, Design Verification, Hardware Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to define requirements, resolve technical issues, and support production needs. * Establish and promote effective software engineering practices, including design reviews, code reviews, version control, automated testing, and continuous integration. * Ensure software solutions are appropriately tested, documented, maintainable, and suitable for use in a manufacturing environment. * Guide the team in diagnosing complex problems involving interactions among software, hardware, and test equipment. * Manage priorities, resources, schedules, and risks to support successful project delivery and manufacturing operations. * Evaluate and introduce technologies, tools, and methods that improve software quality, engineering efficiency, and test effectiveness. * Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that promotes open communication, accountability, and knowledge sharing. * Monitor employee performance, provide regular feedback, conduct performance reviews, and support staffing and workforce planning. * Collaborate with engineering and organizational leadership to continuously improve development and test processes. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [JavaScript? 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