Software Engineering Manager

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewMotorola Solutions Video Division is defining the future of the security industry through innovative end-to-end-solutions. We’re changing the landscape of the surveillance industry through advanced award-winning AI based surveillance systems. Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world and our team is advancing the field as it applies to the surveillance industry. We are proud to be industry leaders in video analytics with features which include edge-based, deep learning driven object detection, and Appearance Search. Motorola Video analytics platforms allow our users to proactively monitor their premises using advanced video analytics and high resolution / high quality video.
Job Description

We are looking for a talented and driven Software Engineering Manager to join our development organization. In this role, you will enable a team of Software Developers (10-15 direct reports) to design, develop, test, and deploy applications for our best in class Video Management Portfolio. A successful candidate will need strong technical skills, is decisive and believes in continuous delivery. Must not be afraid to experiment and adapt to meet the organization needs. We want inspiring leaders to build great teams that can build great products!

Responsibilities include:

• Working with our development teams and stakeholders to create high quality software

• Ensure all Agile SDLC roles are owning their aspects of the product development cycle and support areas when needed

• Approach all aspects of engineering leadership with an eye toward continuous improvement

• Work closely with engineering and product leadership to ensure teams are tackling the right priorities

• Anticipate what’s next and champion the balance between short and long term objectives

• Agile coaching, career planning and training exploration for staff

• Inspire and grow our engineers /scrum teams to be high performing

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of technical leadership and/or engineering management experience

• 10+ years of experience building, testing and deploying distributed applications (Mobile client applications, Windows Applications, Web Applications, Cloud Microservices and Server Applications)

• Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals and software engineering best practices in an Agile environment

• Passionate in building high performance teams that pride themselves on building high quality software

• BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience

• Ability to multi-task with a strong sense of urgency

• Ability to hold teams accountable

• Ability to concisely illustrate concepts in words and diagrams

• Ability to clearly explain and justify ideas when faced with competing alternatives.

• Ability to research and learn new topics and become functional with them quickly.

• Extremely comfortable with working with remote team members.

• Some travel required (less than 15%)

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of continuous delivery tools and best practices

• Experience with organizational change management

• Experience with media delivery over IP networks

• Experience with distributed applications development

• Experience with mobile applications development

• Experience with microservice development

The base salary range for this position in Colorado and California is $160,000 - $180,000 depending on experience.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelors Degree
• 5+ years of experience in a technical leadership or engineering management role
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position

Travel Requirements10-25%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanNo

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].