Software Engineering Manager – Trip Optimizer at Wabtec

Who will you be working with? The Software Engineering Manager will lead delivery, people, and technical execution for the Train Handling Trip Optimizer software.  This role manages cross‑functional teams including Software Engineers, Technical Leads, DevOps, and will support ongoing Release Configuration Management efforts, and Cyber Security initiatives.   How will you make a difference? As the manager for approximately 14 employees, you will be accountable for on‑time, on‑budget delivery of critical business initiatives while fostering a high‑performance, growth‑oriented engineering culture. As the needs of the organization shift, you will be expected to align your headcount, budget and strategy accordingly. What do we want to know about you? • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other STEM discipline • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience • Prior experience leading software teams or major technical initiatives • Strong understanding of modern software development lifecycles and engineering best practicesPreferred Qualifications are: • Experience with C, C++, and embedded or real‑time systems • Demonstrated ability to deliver quality results through team effort • Ability to influence technical direction • Experience presenting to customers and executive leadership • Experience leading teams of 10+ engineers in direct or matrix environments • Familiarity with IBM ELM • Experience with Release Configuration Management • Experience with Software Cyber Security and DevOpsWhat will your typical day look like? • Lead and develop teams of individual contributors and contractors within defined project scope • Own delivery commitments across multiple, concurrent, software projects • Partner with cross-functional teams to drive sound engineering design and best practices • Translate technical complexity into clear status, risks, and options for business and executive stakeholders • Ensure alignment with Cyber Security requirements and regulatory expectations • Ensure alignment with Release Configuration Management to ensure high‑quality, predictable releases • Lead DevOps efforts, automation, and continuous improvement • Drive software quality, scalability, and maintainability through process and metrics and across the SDLC • Mentor, coach, and grow engineering talent; promote cross‑training across subsystems • Foster an inclusive, accountable, and execution‑focused team culture