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# Software Engineering Manager

- **Company:** State of Indiana
- **Location:** Indianapolis, IN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $79,118
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Business Software, Information Technology Operations, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6bea33c43d32131d

## About the Role

* Broad knowledge of policies, standards, procedures and techniques used for application development.
 * Broad knowledge of application development software tools and application development software languages.
 * Broad knowledge of both system and business applications and competent to work at the highest technical level and/or specialized area.
 * Broad knowledge of system design including knowledge of logic, management principles and new system design techniques.
 * Broad knowledge of Information Technology.
 * Ability to supervise and manage diverse human resources.
 * Ability to train, supervise, guide and coordinate the work of others.
 * Ability to perform effective project management.
 * Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

## Description

The Software Engineering Manager is responsible for delivering high-quality technical solutions that support the agency's mission and modernization efforts. You will lead a team of professional staff specializing in application development and database administration. You will also manage contracted staff that are imbedded on sprint teams that perform software development, quality assurance, and database administration for both modernization and IT Operations/maintenance initiatives.

This position works under the direction of the Chief Modernization Officer. Decisions and major recommendations are reviewed for compliance with agency policy and goal attainment. The position makes a substantial contribution in the development and implementation of significant programs. The Software Engineering Manager has contact with all levels of staff within the agency.

This is an onsite role in the central BMV offices at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana., * Supervises the teams and daily activities needed for the analysis, testing, coding, and implementation of applications.

 * Prepare performance reports and evaluates work.
 * Confer with and advise subordinates on administrative policies and procedures, technical problems, priorities, and methods.
 * Participate in the development and implementation of information technology budgets for the project.
 * Plan and direct the acquisition and use of information technology products, services, and resources to meet the project or departmental goal.
 * Develop and promulgate information technology policy and procedures.
 * Supports multiple development projects with scheduling, planning, and resource allocation and monitor completed systems and visit users to ensure that established procedures are properly followed.
 * Prepare activity and progress reports regarding the activities of the applications systems and programming project or unit.
 * Consult with management and staff within Information Services to ascertain technology needs.
 * Provide technical leadership on complex projects.
 * Confer with users to define the organization's application software needs, establish priorities and monitor progress.
 * Confer with department management to assist in planning, organizing, and controlling activities for highly specialized technical areas.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.