Manager Software Engineering IT Systems Software

Manager Software Engineering IT Systems Software

Job Title:  Software Manager I
JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are currently seeking a Software Manager I for a full-time position that is responsible for providing development expertise for one of our premier Enterprise Management platforms. The candidate will work closely with the technical managers and senior members of the development team to bring new software products and product enhancements to market. This position works closely with all of the corporate functions providing detailed knowledge transfer about the appliance’s capabilities and functions. Key responsibilities for the position include:

• Help developers plan and estimate tasks
• Work closely with other managers and teams to deliver software products
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Agile development process
• Work closely with system testers and project managers to meet delivery schedules
• Work closely with other corporate functions as required.
• Champion effective, responsible use of AI-assisted development tools within the team — establishing practices for where AI tooling accelerates delivery and where rigorous human review is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience with Linux development environment and able to configure own development environment
• 5+ years developing Linux applications
• Strong MS Windows user skills (email, Powerpoint, Excel) and able to set-up development environment
• 5+ years of C/C++, Python, and BASH languages
• 3+ years of working with and developing docker containers
• 2+ years working as a development team lead
• 2+ years working with scrum teams
• 2+ years of experience with software requirement development and agile sprint planning.
• 2+ years of experience in software story sizing.
• Understanding of Web application development using HTML/ CSS/JS, PHP, RESTful interfaces, or similar technologies
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications: 

• General understanding of Object-oriented design and analysis. 
• General understanding of computer security vulnerabilities and protection techniques
• Knowledge of MySQL, PostGres and proficiency in SQL language
• Knowledge of Network and Server Management protocols such as SNMP,TCP/IP
• Enthusiasm for AI-assisted development: hands-on experience using AI coding tools (e.g., agentic coding assistants, code-generation and code-review tools) in daily work, and interest in coaching a team to adopt them effectively — including judgment about where they accelerate delivery and where they need human review
• Experience with HTML5 development 
• Experience with Golang
• 2+ years of experience as a software development manager
• Some knowledge of deploying and developing CI/CD actions or pipelines

 

POSITION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional travel may be required.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it

• Act with urgency

• Foster a customer-first mindset

• Think big and execute

• Lead by example

• Drive continuous improvement

• Learn and seek out development

• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com

Experience Level

Mid Level