Software Manager

Emerson T&M is looking for an experienced manager to join our R&D Driver Software Team in Penang. We are looking for a talented and highly motivated individual with strong software project management and people management skills who can lead a team of approximately 6-10 experienced engineers. This individual will be responsible for the development of several NI drivers & software products, developing talent and managing projects. What Will You Do: Lead a team of 6-10 engineers to unleash the value of systems & hardware through development of drivers & software. Responsible for several NI drivers & software. Lead the team to ensure all business deliverables are met, such as delivering new software features, enabling new hardware, sustaining, involved in researching/defining future direction of software, and helping support team resolve customer escalations. Manage projects from conception to delivery by driving project schedules through both direct ownership and delegation to team members. Collaborate with other departments (Hardware, Software, Support, Manufacturing) to ensure customer success and pursue opportunity-based projects. Interact with technical leaders, managers & product managers to define, direct, and execute on the evolution of software and hardware strategy. Mentor, develop and grow the career of team members. Effectively communicate with all product-line stakeholders including upper management. Required Background/Skills: B.S. or M.S. in electronics engineering, computer science, or computer engineering. 5-7 years of experience as a software engineer, plus 1-2 years of experience managing a team. Demonstrated understanding with the following technologies: C++ and Object-Oriented Programming. Programming for hardware & systems. Computer software and hardware architecture. Agile and waterfall project management tools. Experience in Windows & Linux driver development is a plus. Experience in leading the team to deliver to project specs and deadlines. Clear and effective communication. Excels at conveying and presenting messages at the appropriate level of detail within a team/function/department. Strong sense of ownership. Effective in collaborating beyond department boundaries. Experience in people management and relevant operational tasks, such as setting goals, effective in coaching/growing team members, fostering a conducive work environment, conducting job interviews, etc.