Software Development Manager

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Zeeland, MI
In-Office
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The Role

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The purpose of the Software Development Manager l is to lead the software development and implementation for all Gentex production programs. This role is also responsible for the development of the assigned team in executing software development strategy. This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Manage the development and execution of Software development activities across all Gentex production products.
  • Set the vision for the assigned team in accordance with the overall Software Development functional area and corporate objectives.
  • Perform duties related to managing a team of direct reports including recruiting, training, retaining, and managing performance.
  • Oversee and contribute to the development of optimized software architecture and/or design solutions.
  • Oversee the implementation of software solutions.
  • Collaborate with various cross-functional teams throughout engineering to ensure project success.
  • Manage the performance of contract software development engineers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

  • Building teams - Working with staff to strengthen the team. Leading by example and going beyond the expected to ensure the success of all involved.
  • Attention to detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
  • Balancing stakeholders - Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders. Listening to understand and prioritizing requirements while keeping the stakeholders updated on project status.
  • Communicating effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
  • Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

WHAT TO BRING

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.
  • 8+ years of technical experience in all phases of software development lifecycle.
  • 5+ years of relevant leadership experience.

WHAT WILL HELP

  • Experience with Cybersecurity standards: UNECE 155, 156, ISO 21434.
  • Knowledge of Functional Safety implementation following ISO 26262.
  • Experience working in and developing processes that comply with Automotive SPICE.
  • Familiarity with Aerospace software standards such as DO-178B.


Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at [email protected]. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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The Company
HQ: Zeeland, MI
2,471 Employees
Year Founded: 1974

What We Do

Gentex is a global, high technology electronics company that is managed by engineers and others who understand the freedom and discipline that's required to run an entrepreneurial company. We are a unique, profitable company that is vertically integrated in highly automated electronics, CMOS camera development and manufacturing, vacuum coatings, and glass bending and fabrication. We specialize in a broad spectrum of technologies and processes to deliver high quality products to the automotive, aerospace and fire protection industries.


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