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Robert Half
Manager - Software Engineering
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What they do
A Software Development or Engineering Manager leads teams of software developers who design or improve computer software. Manages and oversees the software development process and directs the work of software engineers. May be primary contact with customers or users; may manage software development project budgets and hire or train staff.
$157,504 / year median in Texas
Job Description
We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to lead application development and technology improvement initiatives for our organization in Frisco, Texas. This position oversees engineering delivery, application strategy, and modernization efforts while ensuring solutions support business priorities, security expectations, and regulatory obligations. The role also guides teams in adopting modern development approaches, including AI-enabled tools, to improve quality, efficiency, and long-term scalability.
Responsibilities:
- Direct end-to-end delivery of custom software, system integrations, automation initiatives, and data-focused applications from planning through ongoing support.
- Lead, coach, and develop software engineers and external partners while reinforcing strong technical discipline, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Establish and enforce standards for solution architecture, coding quality, testing practices, deployment processes, technical documentation, and production reliability.
- Introduce and govern AI-assisted development capabilities with appropriate controls for security, compliance, accuracy, and human review.
- Manage project priorities, release timelines, enhancement pipelines, budgets, and vendor performance to keep delivery aligned with organizational goals.
- Partner with business leaders, infrastructure teams, security stakeholders, compliance groups, and third-party providers to deliver practical and measurable technology outcomes.
- Drive application modernization, cloud-connected solutions, platform improvements, and workflow automation initiatives across the software portfolio.
- Track software performance, delivery effectiveness, quality indicators, and development productivity metrics to identify risks and advance operational excellence.