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RPM Manager of Software Engineering in Royal Oak, Michigan
Manager of Software Engineering
RPM is an international non-asset-based logistics and supply chain solutions company. Our focus is to provide customizable solutions tailored to support today’s complex supply chains. As one of the fastest-growing logistics companies in North America, RPM executes thousands of shipments per month through a combination of digital innovations and an unwavering commitment to customer success. RPM has evolved as a disruptive and differentiated, end-to-end transportation service provider, to meet the ever-changing needs of its customers. RPM proudly services the some of the most recognizable and transformative companies in the world as The Driving Force in Logistics™
Your Role
As the Manager of Software Engineering at RPM, You will lead a team creating innovative software solutions for the logistics industry. Our focus is on developing scalable platforms tailored to client needs. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to staying at the forefront of technology, we drive efficiency and innovation, ensuring RPM Freight Systems remains competitive in a dynamic market.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative environment.
Lead and participate in the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
Set clear goals and performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress, and providing regular feedback through one-on-one meetings with direct reports.
Define and implement standards, processes, and best practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products that meet business and technical requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scope, requirements, and strategies for various software projects.
Monitor and analyze metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement in the software development process.
Propose and implement process enhancements to enhance software development lifecycle and team productivity.
Foster strong communication between quality engineering, development, and product teams to ensure a shared understanding of quality goals and requirements.
Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize testing efforts and ensure alignment with project timelines.
Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Apply new knowledge to enhance the team's development processes and tooling.
Adherence to RPM values.
Be available for on-call support as needed.
Other job duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related majors.
10+ years of experience in software quality engineering with a focus on progressively more complex projects and responsibilities.
3+ years in a team lead or managerial role.
Advanced coding experience with .NET stack (ASP.NET, C#, LINQ, MVC, SQL Server)
Coding experience with other stacks and languages is a bonus.
Experience with API design and integration
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server Scripting and Data Models
Advanced Unit and Integration Testing experience
Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles and software patterns.
Experience with Azure DevOps Pipelines, Terraform, and GitHub actions is desirable.
Prior experience in a technical leadership role, such as mentoring junior engineers, leading projects, or participating in architectural decisions.
Knowledge of professional software engineering and best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
Experience in development of distributed/scalable systems and high-volume transaction applications
Ability to evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and methodologies.
Successful track record of team member mentorship.
Understanding of testing within an Agile environment.
Ability to work with IT Developers on system enhancements and new functionality to fulfill business requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
Base + VC (based on achieving company goals
BCBS (medical), Delta Dental & VSP (vision)
Life insurance, short & long-term disability – paid by RPM
Maternity & Paternity Leave
401(k) with generous employer match
Unlimited PTO – use it!
Come as You Are
RPM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. RPM does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. This job description is intended to define the general nature of the work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills of employees in this role. All our employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time.
Recruitment Agency Notification
RPM does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our careers email address, RPM employees, or any other company location. RPM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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