Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager required in Co. Clare to scale a multidisciplinary team of engineers, across software, electronics and mechanical. To be considered for the role, you should have scaled & managed a team of 30 plus. RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary engineering team spanning hardware, software, and mechanical domains.Collaborate closely with functional leads to ensure alignment, accountability and effective cross-team communication.Define clear roles, responsibilities and career paths to support both technical excellence and leadership growth.Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and high performance with a strong focus on quality and delivery.Plan and manage team expansion and organizational scaling in line with strategic company growth objectives.Oversee the full product development lifecycle — from concept and design to validation, production and launch.Ensure seamless integration of mechanical, electrical and software systems.Collaborate with product, manufacturing and quality teams to deliver market-ready solutions.Manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing scope, quality, cost and timelines.Continuously improve engineering processes and documentation standards.Manage engineering budgets, staffing and lab/test infrastructure.Communicate progress, challenges and achievements to senior stakeholders.Contribute to long-term technology strategy and organizational growth.REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering – Mechanical, Electrical, Software or Mechatronics Engineering.8+ years of R&D / product development experience.At least 5 years leading teams of 30+.Proven track record delivering complex software or hardware products to market.Experience in high-volume, complex electronics or similar industries preferred.Exceptional leadership, communication and project management skills.Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Ability to balance technical and business requirements in a fast-paced environment.