Overview:
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.
Come make an impact every day at Zebra.
What We're Looking For:
Manage a software engineering team developing computer vision and advanced barcode reading algorithms. Take responsibility for overall system architecture, technical practices, solving customer issues, as well as for mentoring the team, developing talent and coordinate scope of work with Product and Program Management. Ensure the integrity of the architecture/design and technical aptitude of the team. Determine and develop approach to customer solutions in alignment with the integration of Zebratechnologies/solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage an advanced algorithm research and software development team.
- Lead team activities aligned with software project delivery needs, including driving capability and skillset growth at a macro level.
- Help develop and establish operational policies within the designated area while providing overall management to development engineers.
- Collaborate regularly across key technology areas where custom application and software integration are critical to project success.
- Direct resource allocation and project assignments to meet customer-driven software commitments.
- Serve as an internally recognized leader, exercising judgment within broadly defined practices and policies to establish methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria.
- Drive the development and implementation of initiatives and programs to optimize processes, reduce cycle time, lower costs, and enhance customer success.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or an equivalent engineering discipline.
- Advanced knowledge of classical/traditional algorithms and data structures.
- Advanced C/C++ programming and software architecture skills.
- Strong foundation in image processing and computer vision, preferably with experience in high-performance 1D and 2D barcode decoding solutions.
- 8+ years of experience in engineering or software solution delivery.
- Experience working within large/global organizations (preferred).
Incentive Compensation:
In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 15% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.Job Posting Statement:
To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.
AI Technology Statement:
Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or an equivalent engineering discipline
- Advanced knowledge of classical and traditional algorithms and data structures
- Advanced C/C++ programming and software architecture skills
- Strong foundation in image processing and computer vision
- Experience with high-performance 1D and 2D barcode decoding solutions
- 8+ years of experience in engineering or software solution delivery
- Experience working within large or global organizations
Zebra Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zebra Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Zebra Technologies.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs include an annual cash bonus plan for regular employees and robust commission structures in sales, forming a meaningful part of total compensation. These incentives are consistently available and valued in corporate, administrative, and sales roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is comprehensive, complemented by company-paid life and disability insurance, telemedicine access, and an EAP. Coverage quality is generally regarded as strong across official materials and documented program summaries.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings include robust PTO, paid holidays, a company-wide zDay, volunteer time off, and meeting-light or flexible Friday programs. Paid parental leave and community service days further expand leave options, with availability outlined on company benefits pages.
Zebra Technologies Insights
What We Do
Zebra empowers those on the front line in retail, health care, transportation and logistics, manufacturing and other industries to achieve a performance edge -- an edge that translates to delighted customers, good patient outcomes and superior business results. As the pioneer at the edge of the enterprise, our products, software, services, analytics and solutions are used to intelligently connect your people, assets and data. With decades of industry experience, we design with front-line users and workplaces in mind, providing the best-action guidance needed to optimize in-motion operations and make business-critical decisions. With over 10,000 partners across 100 countries, we are committed to delivering industry-tailored solutions that help our customers capture their edge.
