Senior Software Engineering Manager

Role:

Senior Software Engineering Manager Location:

Santa Clara, CA (Onsite 4 days/Week)

Duration:

FTE Overview:

We are seeking a Hands-on Senior Technical Manager to lead a critical development stream focused on industrial software evolution. You will be the primary architect and "Player-Coach" responsible for maintaining our legacy MES and ERP applications while building and scaling a modernized, multi-tenant SaaS Front-End System (FES). Reporting directly to the CIO & Head of Cybersecurity, you will serve as a foundational leadership pillar. You will recruit, build, and lead a team of experienced and mid-level engineers. You must be a champion of GitOps , AI-driven innovation , and Security by Design , ensuring that commercial deployments are automated, compliant, and delivered on schedule with a calm, professional demeanor.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Leadership and AI Strategy Strategic Reporting:

Act as a key advisor to the CIO & Head of Cybersecurity, providing transparent updates on technical debt, security compliance, and transformation milestones.

AI and Predictive Analytics:

Lead the architectural design and implementation of AI-driven features, leveraging predictive analytics to provide actionable insights for MES and ERP users.

Data Fabric Integration:

Utilize Microsoft OneLake to create a unified data foundation, ensuring seamless data accessibility for AI models and cross-platform reporting.

Talent Acquisition:

Lead the full hiring lifecycle to build a high-performing squad, providing active mentorship to both experienced and mid-level engineers.

Hands-on Modernization and Data Migration Active Engineering:

Lead from the front by writing core services and architecting microservices using Java 21 , Spring Boot , Spring JPA , and Hibernate .

Complex Data Migration:

Architect the end-to-end data migration from legacy SQL infrastructure to the modern SaaS platform. This includes designing ETL pipelines and ensuring zero data loss during the transition.

Synchronization and Cutover:

Execute the Strangler Pattern by establishing real-time data synchronization between legacy systems and the modern PostgreSQL environment until the final production cutover.

Modern Stack:

Deploy API Gateways , Apache Kafka (Event Streaming), and Redis for distributed caching. Security, GitOps, and Compliance Security by

Design:

Ensure all architecture adheres to strict Cybersecurity controls , serving as the technical executor for the Head of Cybersecurity's vision.

Automated Lifecycle:

Champion the use of GitHub , Azure DevOps , and Argo CD to implement robust GitOps and CI/CD pipelines.

Fiscal Stewardship:

Monitor Azure cloud consumption and OneLake storage costs, ensuring architectural choices are optimized for both performance and budget.

Technical Requirements:

Development:

Expert proficiency in Java 21 , Spring Boot , Spring JPA , and Hibernate .

AI and Data:

Hands-on experience building AI and Predictive Analytics solutions. Proficiency with Microsoft OneLake and Power BI is highly preferred.

DevOps and GitOps:

Mastery of GitHub , Azure DevOps , and Argo CD for automated deployments.

Database Mastery:

Expert PostgreSQL and SQL infrastructure experience, specifically schema design for multi-tenancy and data migration.

Distributed Systems:

Commercial experience with API Gateways , Apache Kafka , and Redis .

Experience and Qualifications:

Education :

Bachelor's degree in computer science or another related Engineering stream is required.

Certification:

Must hold a valid Cloud Solution Architecture certification (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert).

Experience:

10+ years of software engineering experience, 3+ years in a leadership role.

Modernization Mastery:

Proven ability to manage complex data migrations and "Strangler Pattern" deployments for enterprise-grade applications.

Composure:

Ability to navigate production pressure and complex stakeholder requirements with a calm, solution-oriented mindset.