We are seeking our new Manager, Software Engineering to join the Axway team!

As a Manager of Software Engineering for R&D, you will play a dual role: acting as a hands-on technical leader at the principal engineer level, while also managing and mentoring a cross-functional Agile Scrum team. You will be responsible for driving the delivery of high-quality, scalable platform features and integrations, while fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

Technical Leadership 

• Lead the  design, development, and delivery of complex platform features and integrations using Java, Kubernetes, and modern cloud-native technologies. 

• Serve as the  technical authority for the team, making architectural decisions and guiding implementation across services, APIs, and data layers. 

• Drive adoption of best practices in  API design, observability, performance optimization, and  secure coding. 

• Collaborate with architects and principal engineers to align team efforts with broader platform strategy and technical roadmap. 

Agile Team Management 

• Act as  Scrum Team Lead, facilitating Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and ensuring smooth delivery cycles. 

• Manage a team of software engineers and SDETs, providing  coaching, feedback, and career development support. 

• Foster a high-performing, inclusive team culture focused on  ownership, accountability, and continuous learning. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Work closely with Product Managers, Product Owners, QA, DevOps, and other engineering teams to define and deliver high-impact platform capabilities. 

• Coordinate with external stakeholders (e.g., support, customer success, professional services) to ensure platform reliability and customer satisfaction. 

Quality & Operational Excellence 

• Champion  test automation, CI/CD, and observability practices to ensure high-quality, resilient releases. 

• Partner with SDETs and QA to define and enforce quality standards, including performance, security, and integration testing. 

• Monitor and improve team KPIs such as velocity, defect rates, and deployment frequency. 

Strategic Contribution 

• Contribute to  technical hiring, onboarding, and team scaling efforts. 

• Identify and drive  process improvements and tooling enhancements to increase team efficiency and developer experience. 

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact on the platform.

Technical Expertise 

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least  2+ years in a technical leadership or management role. 

• Proven track record of  designing and delivering scalable, distributed systems  using  Java  and cloud-native technologies. 

• Deep understanding of  API management and integration patterns. 

• Hands-on experience with  Valkey (or Redis), MongoDB, and PostgreSQL, including performance tuning and data modeling. 

• Strong proficiency in  Kubernetes, container orchestration, and microservices deployment strategies. 

Leadership & Collaboration 

• Demonstrated ability to  lead Agile Scrum teams, facilitate ceremonies, and drive iterative delivery. 

• Strong people management skills, including  mentoring, performance reviews, and career development. 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams toward shared goals. 

• Experience in  technical hiring, team scaling, and building inclusive engineering cultures. 

Quality & Operational Excellence 

• Familiarity with  test automation strategies, including unit, integration, and performance testing. 

• Experience working closely with SDETs and QA to enforce quality standards and drive continuous improvement. 

• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making and process optimization. 

Strategic Thinking 

• Ability to balance  hands-on development with strategic planning and team leadership. 

• Passion for staying current with emerging technologies and evaluating their relevance to platform evolution. 

• Experience contributing to  technical roadmaps, architectural reviews, and long-term product planning. 

Company Overview 

At Axway, we’re more than a company—we’re a pioneer. For 25 years, we’ve been empowering organizations to achieve digital transformation and unlock innovation. With a presence in 100 countries, 11,000+ customers, and a global team of over 1,400+ passionate professionals, Axway is driving the future of enterprise integration. 

We’re on a mission to be the leader in our space, empowering our customers with  secure, mission-critical software to manage and deliver impactful business outcomes from all their  digital business interactions. 

Why Axway? 

We believe in the power of togetherness. When you’re part of Axway, you’re part of a culturally rich and globally connected community that thrives on exchanging ideas and tackling challenges head-on. Whether working remotely or onsite, you’ll find camaraderie, collaboration, and the support of leadership  to inspire you daily. 

Here, you’ll grow, innovate, and succeed because we’re better together. Each step forward in your personal journey is one we take as a team. Join us, and let’s accomplish extraordinary things together. 

Axway is a proud member of 74Software. Learn more about how Axway is transforming the future: https://www.axway.com/en. 

Ready to shape the future? Let’s get started—because at Axway, together, we can. Together, we will. 

Axway is an AA and EEO employer

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