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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineering Manager - **Company:** Mainspring Energy - **Location:** Menlo Park, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $187,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Software Bug Management, Cloud Computing, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, Scrum Methodology, Smart Devices, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Cloud Platform System, Backend, Information Technology - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5625b34fc7f850f8 ## About the Role * Technical Breadth: Strong foundation in Cloud architectures (AWS or GCP) and Embedded software, with the technical fluency to bridge these domains and effectively lead cross-functional architectural discussions * Team Leadership: Proven track record of building and leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams of full-stack engineers. You have successfully mentored and scaled teams that manage the entire device-to-cloud lifecycle, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure connectivity between edge devices and backend systems * Management at Scale: Experience managing multiple scrum teams, including distributed or hybrid workforces across multiple timezones, with a focus on fostering communication and alignment in a complex, multi-site environment * Industry Experience: Proven track record in the IoT, Automotive, or Energy/Utility industries, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges in these sectors * Startup Mentality: Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and a focus on high-velocity delivery * Educational Background: Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field * Collaborative Mindset: A proactive desire to learn from and work with hardware disciplines (Mechanical/Electrical) to achieve holistic product goals ## Description As a Senior Engineering Manager at Mainspring, you will lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced startup environment. You will act as a bridge between complex software ecosystems-including Cloud, Embedded, and Controls-and the physical world of mechanical and electrical engineering. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives on shifting priorities and is eager to immerse themselves in deep technical sessions with multi-disciplinary partners to build the future of the net-zero carbon grid., * Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead the design and delivery of integrated software solutions, partnering closely with Cloud, Embedded, and Controls teams to ensure seamless system performance * Strong Execution Skills: Navigate a high-velocity environment by adjudicating technical trade-offs, driving project accountability, and maintaining focus to meet critical company milestones and product roadmaps * Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in deep-dive technical sessions with embedded and hardware engineering partners, fostering a culture of mutual learning and integrated design excellence * Team Development: Recruit, mentor, and scale an engineering team capable of solving complex problems in the IoT, Automotive, or Energy sectors * Operational Discipline: Champion scalable engineering workflows, drive bug triage, and manage validation planning to protect delivery timelines while maintaining high technical rigor * Strategic Planning & Alignment: Lead the planning and alignment of software roadmaps, ensuring they are synchronized with broader business objectives * Executive Communication: Provide regular, concise updates to executive leadership regarding project status, roadmap milestones, and technical risks ## Related Videos - [Flex your Energy: Building a Cloud-Native Platform for Renewable Energy Communities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1990-flex-your-energy-building-a-cloud-native-platform-for-renewable-energy-communities) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Best X (Twitter) Accounts for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/294-the-best-x-twitter-accounts-for-developers) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)