Manager, Software Engineering

The Manager of Software Engineering will play a crucial role in leading cross-functional teams of developers and analysts in the delivery of critical cloud and in-restaurant applications and services. As a pivotal member of the technology leadership team, you will be responsible for the execution of Bloomin' Brands’ technology vision, strategy, and roadmap. You will also play a critical role in the development of team members by leveraging your technical expertise to provide valuable coaching, mentorship, and guidance.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, having had extensive development experience over many years, and possess an expert-level understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies. Through an authentic leadership style, you will be able to foster a fun, high-energy environment of high-performing, innovative, and collaborative team members who continuously deliver, improve, and learn.

Responsibilities include:

• Participate in the creation and execution of technology strategy and roadmap
• Work closely with the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and other technology leaders and architects to deliver results on-time within budget
• Track and manage portfolio spend to ensure compliance with allocated budget
• Through KPIs and dashboards, accurately and consistently report on project plans, commitments, and status
• Review code, as necessary, to ensure conformity with industry standard best practices and in line with well-known and established design patterns
• Guide the team in the selection and application of appropriate design patterns for different scenarios
• Manage and oversee QA processes, including testing strategies, to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software solutions
• Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to ensure that systems designed and implemented are resilient, scalable, reliable, and cost-effective
• Lead and inspire cross-functional teams of engineers and analysts, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to foster professional growth
• Cultivate a positive and collaborative team culture, emphasizing agility, innovation, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for mentoring and development

Desired Experience:

• At least 7 years of experience in a prior development/engineering role
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership position possessing demonstrable leadership qualities
• Recent experience in a collaborative Agile working environment (Scrum preferred)
• Thorough understanding of well-known design patterns and the importance of using them
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and platforms with a strong desire to stay current on changing technologies and trends
• Proven experience in designing and implementing cloud and on-prem solutions
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Experience with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and microservices architecture
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teams