Manager, Software Engineering
Job Summary
We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.
We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Technical Program Manager , Principal and help us do what we do best. Learn more about us.
We are seeking an experienced Manager of Software Engineering to lead our Progress OpenEdge development team. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in OpenEdge technologies with proven leadership capabilities to drive innovation, modernization, and excellence in enterprise application development. You will be responsible for leading a team of software engineers, architecting scalable solutions, and driving the strategic evolution of our OpenEdge platform while fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 8-15 software engineers working on OpenEdge applications
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and create individual development plans
- Build and maintain a high-performing engineering culture focused on quality, innovation, and collaboration
- Recruit, onboard, and retain top engineering talent with OpenEdge and modern development expertise
- Foster professional growth through technical training, certifications, and knowledge sharing initiatives
- Manage team capacity planning, sprint allocation, and resource optimization
- Facilitate daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other agile ceremonies
Technical Leadership & Architecture
- Provide technical direction and oversight for OpenEdge application development and modernization initiatives
- Design and review system architectures ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability
- Drive adoption of best practices in OpenEdge development, including ABL coding standards and design patterns
- Lead technical discussions on complex problems and provide hands-on guidance when needed
- Evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve development efficiency
- Champion code quality through code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration practices
- Maintain deep expertise in OpenEdge platform capabilities and stay current with Progress product roadmap
Application Development & Modernization
- Oversee end-to-end delivery of OpenEdge applications from requirements through production deployment
- Lead modernization efforts for legacy OpenEdge applications, including PASOE migrations and cloud enablement
- Drive integration initiatives connecting OpenEdge systems with modern cloud services, APIs, Security, and microservices
- Implement DevOps practices for OpenEdge development including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
- Ensure application performance optimization, database tuning, and scalability improvements
- Manage technical debt reduction and refactoring initiatives
- Coordinate database schema changes, data migrations, and version upgrades
Strategic Planning & Execution
- Partner with Product Management and stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and priorities
- Translate business requirements into technical specifications and implementation plans
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables with transparency and accountability
- Identify and mitigate technical risks and dependencies across projects
- Drive cost optimization initiatives for OpenEdge infrastructure and licensing
- Contribute to enterprise architecture discussions and technology strategy decisions
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including QA, Security, DevOps, DBA, and Infrastructure teams
- Communicate technical concepts and project status effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Build strong relationships with business stakeholders to understand requirements and priorities
- Coordinate with vendors and Progress Software support for platform issues and enhancements
- Participate in architecture review boards and technical governance committees
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of software engineering experience with at least 5+ years in Managing Product development teams
- 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership or management roles
- Proven track record of delivering complex enterprise applications
- Experience leading application modernization and migration projects
- Demonstrated success in building and scaling high-performing engineering teams
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)
- Experience with version control systems (Git, SVN) and collaborative development workflows
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and deployment automation
- Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience with REST/SOAP APIs, JSON/XML, and web services integration
- Familiarity with modern web technologies (JavaScript, React, Angular) for UI modernization
- Knowledge of database concepts, SQL, and data modelling principles
Leadership & Management Skills
- Excellent people management skills with ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members
- Strong problem-solving abilities and technical judgment for complex architectural decisions
- Effective communication skills for technical documentation, presentations, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience managing competing priorities and delivering results in fast-paced environments
- Ability to balance technical excellence with business pragmatism and delivery timelines
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
- Experience with agile scaling frameworks (SAFe, or Scrum@Scale)
- Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and ESB/middleware technologies
- Experience with DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Ansible, Terraform)
- Background in cloud migration projects and hybrid architecture implementations
- Familiarity with AI/ML integration and data analytics platforms
- Understanding of microservices architecture and event-driven design patterns
If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat. What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:
Compensation
- Competitive remuneration package
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrolment
Vacation, Family, and Health
- 30 days of earned leave
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Various other leaves like marriage leave, casual leave, maternity, and paternity leave
- Premium Group Medical Insurance for employees and five dependents, personal accident insurance coverage, life insurance coverage
- Professional development reimbursement
- Interest subsidy on loans - either vehicle or personal loans
- Health club reimbursement
Together,
We Make Progress
Progress is an inclusive workplace where opportunities to succeed are available to everyone. As a multicultural company serving a global community, we encourage a wide range of points of view and celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Our unique combination of perspectives inspires innovation, connects us to our customers and positively affects our communities. It is only by working together and learning from each other that we make Progress. Join us!
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