Software Engineering Manager

Description

As a Software Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to positively impact the individuals that make up the software engineering department. You will be responsible for the health of the environment in which these individuals create, code, validate, implement, and support Ag Leader products. You will spend time coaching team members, product owners, scrum masters to be their best and to maximize their effectiveness in the software team environment. You will also collaborate with and support other departments in maintaining a positive workplace. Lastly, you will be responsible for executing the tasks of the department that fall outside the purview of the software engineering teams.

Mentor and coach team members and teams using adult learning strategies and practices

Cultivate relationships with internal departments

Professionally interact with external customers and vendors

Support project planning, sizing, timing and project strategy collaboration to maximize value to end customer

Remain aware of the team and project status to anticipate concerns and roadblocks; consciously coach through challenges

Lead in department improvement initiatives

Attract and hire top talent to accomplish Ag Leader’s goals

Promote securing intellectual property

Assist with department budget and finances

On-board new employees

Additional Skills & Qualifications

10 years’ of experience in software product development using common development practices such as Scrum, Continuous Integration, Test-Driven Development

5 years’ experience in Ag Leaders product development team environment or 5 years’ experience in supervisor/manager/coaching role

Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited institution in related technical field

Strong in Agile and lean frameworks; Certified Scrum Master or Certified Product Owner or relevant experience

Agricultural is a bonus

Experience Level

Expert Level

This is a Permanent position based out of Ames, IA.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

health dental vision 401k pto

This is a hybrid position in Ames,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $120,000 - $170,000