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Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager

Boston EngineeringWaltham, MA, US
1 day ago
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  • Full-time
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Company Description

Boston Engineering improves the way people work and live through innovative product design and novel engineering. We are product designers and engineers for the Medical, Industrial, Commercial, and Defense sectors. Experts in robotics, motion control and embedded systems, DFX, and digital transformation, we are ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified. Founded in 1995, Boston Engineering is headquartered in Waltham, MA.

Job Description

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Software Manager to lead our software engineering team in developing cutting-edge products. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong foundation in software architecture, team leadership, and a proven ability to deliver high-performance, scalable software as part of complex product development efforts. You will play a key role in shaping both the engineering culture and the technical direction of new product development.

In this role, you will

  • Lead product-focused software teams : Set clear technical direction and performance expectations for a team developing robust, scalable, and maintainable software as part of larger product offerings.
  • Drive software excellence : Define and enforce best practices in software architecture, modularity, testability, code quality, and tool selection—ensuring high-quality product outcomes.
  • Build and develop talent : Lead recruitment, onboarding, and continuous growth of the software engineering team. Foster a collaborative, learning-driven culture with mentorship and technical coaching.
  • Guide technical execution : Participate directly in architecture design, system-level decision-making, code reviews, and debugging efforts, acting as a senior technical advisor when needed.
  • Ensure product delivery : Plan and manage development schedules in alignment with product timelines, proactively mitigate risks, and adapt to scope changes while maintaining quality.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally : Work closely with product managers, mechanical and electrical engineers, QA, and project teams to ensure alignment and integration across the product lifecycle.
  • Support product planning and sales : Assist with scoping, estimating, and defining technical strategies for new product initiatives and customer proposals.
  • Champion continuous improvement : Identify and implement process improvements that support scalable, repeatable product development workflows.

Key Technical Areas

  • Deep experience in software product development, especially in embedded, connected, or systems-level applications.
  • Expertise in modern software tools : GitHub, Jira, and CI / CD platforms.
  • Proficiency with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, CAN, UART, and Ethernet.
  • Strong integration and debugging skills, especially across hardware / software boundaries.
  • Fluency in architectural planning, documentation, and formal review processes.
  • Essential Functions Breakdown

  • Technical leadership and contribution to product development – 40%
  • Team management and mentorship – 20%
  • Architecture and systems-level software planning – 15%
  • Design / code reviews and quality oversight – 10%
  • New product concept development and support – 10%
  • Departmental process improvement – 5%
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in software development for embedded systems, robotics, or complex electromechanical products—ideally in regulated, product-focused environments.
  • 3–5 years of leadership experience, including direct management of software teams and cross-functional collaboration in a product development setting.
  • Deep technical proficiency in C / C++ and embedded systems, with the ability to assess architecture, drive design decisions, and ensure system performance.
  • Experience with several of the following areas :
  • Python and scripting for test automation or data handling

  • Motion control systems and real-time behavior
  • IoT platforms and protocols
  • ROS and RTOS environments
  • User interface UI development for embedded or desktop applications
  • Mobile app development
  • Strong familiarity with medical device software development standards (e.g., IEC 62304) and the product development lifecycle in regulated industries.
  • Proven success in launching new products and integrating new technologies into commercially successful systems.
  • Comfortable working under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality systems; familiarity with documentation, traceability, and compliance requirements.
  • Prior experience in an engineering services or consulting environment is strongly preferred, especially where balancing multiple clients, timelines, and technologies is required.
  • Effective communicator with strong organizational skills; proficient with Microsoft Office, Visio, and technical documentation tools.
  • Additional Information

  • Location : Office-based role in Waltham, MA
  • Reports to : President
  • Salary Range : $160,000 - $185,000
  • Note : No relocation
  • We offer a comprehensive employee benefits plan, including a matching 401(k) plan, in an open and energetic working environment that fosters strong client relationships and an entrepreneurial team spirit.

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