Mgr, Software Engineering

An Amazing Career Opportunity for an Operations Solutions Development Manager!! 

Location: Austin, Texas

Job ID: 40512

The Operations Solutions team delivers software applications used throughout the HID organization targeting the industrialization and production management of HID products. Those solutions are deployed across the globe, at HID sites, at suppliers, and contract manufacturer production sites. Those solutions cover all product lines (credentials, tags, readers, panels, tokens, printers ...) and various aspects of the production processes (like provisioning, labeling, packaging, reporting, and traceability management).

The Production Systems and Platforms Development Manager oversees the engineering resources that design, develop and deliver technology frameworks and production environments used on production sites and integrated by the Process and Application Industrialization team worldwide.

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions. 

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.  

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security. 

As our Operations Solutions Development Manager, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Managing a team of software developers, the team's resources, and the assigned projects using the Scrum/Agile and sAfe Methodologies.
• Aligning priorities with the other Operations Solutions managers.
• Handling the full development/validation/documentation cycles.
• Participating in capturing clear requirements from the OS Solutions users, Product owners, Engineering teams, and executive management.
• Maintaining development and deployment roadmaps for the team.
• Keeping the team members focused on the Goals and cooperating with the OS QA team to deliver in a timely manner high quality solutions.
• Leveraging backend services & UIs delivered by the OS teams.
• Complying with the department's overarching architecture and processes guidelines.
• Coaching/Mentoring engineers involved in the projects.
• Enforcing the use of collaborative tools (Jira/Confluence) throughout and outside the team.
• Ensuring proper communication - in English - with main stakeholders and internal customers.
• Reporting to the OS Architect and OS team Director use cases that might require improvements or changes (new technology or business processes).
• Fostering a culture of continuous improvement/innovation.
• Promoting and evangelizing the benefit of the delivered platforms.

Your Experience and Background include:  

• Minimum of Batchelor Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on development experience
• Minimum of 3 years of software design experience
• Previous Software Development Manager or Lead Developer experience appreciated
• Past hands-on experience with software development team management as a Manager or a Lead Developer
• Past hands-on experience with implementing software used in industrial environments
• Experienced in full SDLC (Software development life cycle) which includes
  • System / Information Engineering,
  • Software Requirements gathering,
  • Systems Analysis and Design,
  • Code Generation, Testing, Implementation, maintenance, and documentation.
• Must have hands-on working experience with source control management tools
• Industrial solution development experience is appreciated

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.