Job Description Your contribution to something big: The Group leader of Software Development, directs and coordinates activities of the software engineering group; Responsible for Software Release Train for embedded software; Responsible for career development of direct reports; Responsible for forming an efficient and skilled software team from a recently created team of individuals; Acts as Manager to the software group; Has a hands-on role next to being a manager e.g. as product owner or test architect; Enable the organization to deliver software of all projects on commitment: time, quality and cost; Member of the engineering leadership team; Has around 10 direct reports; Reports to the R D Director; Key areas of responsibility: Manages department activities to design, implement, test and maintain software Responsible for planning and tracking, including dependencies with other R D Disciplines Understands and defends software development cost estimation, ROI Works closely with Business Line and Product Managers to determine R D priorities and initiatives Estimates personnel needs, recruits and develops top talent Qualifications What distinguishes you: Hands-on working experience with software development; Experience with multi-disciplinary product development (HW, FW, SW) Agile/scrum/kanban/SAFe experience with leading, planning, tracking, scrum master; Experience with hybrid waterfall/agile projects; Experience with embedded software; Experienced in leading multi-site technical teams, connecting, inspiring and motivating people; Excellent team leadership skills; Excellent communicator; Willing to travel between company locations and customer locations, including international; Specific knowledge of communications systems is a plus; Experience as product owner or test architect is a plus .
Personal professional attributes: Ability to turn ideas and concepts into a coherent technology strategy and road map; Leader with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels and cultures; Entrepreneurial mindset and result orientation with strong customer focus; Ability to act as a business leader, influence others and initiate change, working with cross functional teams.
Speaks fluently English and Portuguese.
Additional Information Keenfinity benefits includes: ?? Flexible work conditions Hybrid work system ? Canteen ?? Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy and general clinic) Training opportunities (i.e., technical training, foreign languages training) certifications Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development Exchange with colleagues around the world Access to great discounts in partnerships and products ? Sports and health related activities (gym) ? Free parking lot ------- At Keenfinity we don't just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology.
We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we're committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team.
Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self.
Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed.
When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better.