Software Development Manager

This role is responsible for directing a team of SW Engineers on the development, maintenance and engineering testing of firmware that is used to run various tape libraries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

*Leads team in the effective development of firmware, meeting standards for quality, timeliness, and budget.

*Ensures code quality and customer usability are paramount

*Models and expects timely, professional communication and interaction with other groups for product testing and release.

*Adjusts quickly to new architectures and designs

*Ability to translate concepts and architectural decisions into defined implementation tasks

*Ability to assess new technologies as it relates to potential products

*Able to provide help and clear direction to the team

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

*Manages and organizes projects and team resources efficiently, including meetings, coaching staff, hiring and firing as needed.

*Troubleshoots, acting as second-level support for non-routine issues

*Manages documentation of design and implementation issues

*10 years of proven industry experience developing production quality software

*C/C++ expertise

*Clear and concise communication skills

*Experience with either Windows CE or embedded Linux development

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION

The following are minimum requirements below which candidates will not be considered.

*Bachelors of Science degree or computer science required

Compensation: $158-193K/ year. While this salary range is a good faith and reasonable estimate, a candidate’s actual salary will be competitive based on a variety of factors including the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience., * Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Educational reimbursement
• Hybrid work options

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