R&D Manager

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

Salary Range:

$142,100.00 - $236,900.00

This pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation that the position offers, and final compensation can vary within the range depending on work location, job experience, skills, and relevant educational attainment and/or training. 

About the Role

As R&D Manager you will lead a multi-disciplinary, highly skilled team on agile projects running under the SAFe methodology, to deliver Cloud Services as part of the Data Platform used by AVEVA’s suite of Industrial Engineering products. You will proactively ensure that solutions are delivered that conform to agreed AVEVA quality, design, technical and completeness guidelines, using appropriate tooling and technology and be adept at delivering complex digital projects, breaking down barriers for your team and getting into the detail to make things happen when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of large scale Azure SQL implementation(s) with working experience in design and development of related API for cloud (Stored procedures…) Use a variety of programming languages and development tools to build, test, implement, and support the development of web/cloud software applications.

• Lead, motivate and facilitate a development team making use of your people, project management and technical skills

• Coordinate closely with Product Owners, Managers and team members to plan and deliver projects against a roadmap

• Implement best-practice tools and processes

• Contribute in a technical capacity and enable members of the team to engage in and steer technical direction and decision making

• Proficiently perform the role of a Scrum Master as needed, ensuring Scrum practices are followed, along with generating Scrum metrics and reporting to keep the team running effectively.

• Drive the collaborative, dynamic planning process – manage shifts in priorities and prioritise the work that needs to be done against the capacity and capability of the team

• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills across a variety of audiences

• Provides coaching and mentoring to junior staff and peer group.

• Guide small team to maintain and enhance aspects of cloud products

Ideal Experience

• Proven experience of leading technical teams, including people management, developing Cloud based solutions.

• A highly motivated person with the ability to self-manage that is passionate about collaborating with others to drive results and can motivate others to do the same to improve the organization

• Solid experience using a range of agile project management methods and tools, balancing multiple priorities and dealing with ambiguity

• Demonstrable Software Development and Design experience using modern programming languages and tools including C#

• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, able to convey information clearly and concisely with a high attention to detail

• Maintains and develops relevant industry knowledge.

• Working knowledge of SQL Server\Azure SQL and related tools (SQL Server Management Studio)

• Knowledge of API, REST, microservices, serverless architecture and container-based solutions.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills

• Expert to identify and analyze a situation or problem using pattern recognition or logical reasoning that results in appropriate and practical solutions.

Great skills to have

• Organization: The pace at AVEVA can be exciting and fast. The optimal candidate will have excellent time management and prioritization skills, and the ability to support a balanced portfolio of work, and your wellbeing. This aspect would also be helpful in determining and implementing code improvements as a lead for other junior developers.

• Customer focus: You’ll be working directly with our customers and internal stake holders. Being able to listen to them and understand their requests, and then address them in a proactive and consultative manner, will be part of your day-to-day.

• Problem-solving: You’ll need to enjoy getting stuck into problems. Troubleshooting and solving challenging problems is a big part of this role.

USA Benefits include:

Flex work hours, 20 days PTO rising to 25 with service, three paid volunteering days, primary and secondary parental leave, well-being support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

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Hybrid working

By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

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About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

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AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.