Engineering Manager

About UsFounded in 2021, Axion Ray is at the forefront of transforming product quality and customer satisfaction in manufacturing. Our cutting-edge AI-powered platform empowers manufacturers to swiftly identify, thoroughly investigate, and effectively resolve quality issues while simultaneously elevating customer experiences and outcomes.

As trailblazers in end-to-end quality intelligence, we're setting new industry standards. Our innovative approach enables industrial, aerospace, consumer, and medtech manufacturers to harness the power of quality and post-market data, driving down costs and boosting business performance.

Our vision extends beyond mere problem-solving; we're committed to reshaping the future of manufacturing. By seamlessly integrating advanced AI technology with deep industry expertise, Axion Ray is paving the way for smarter, safer, and more efficient production processes across diverse sectors.

Backed by leading investors, including Bessemer Venture Partners, Amplo, Boeing, and RTX Ventures, Axion Ray is poised to lead the quality revolution in manufacturing.

About the Role:

We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and grow high-performing engineering teams building scalable, secure, and customer-centric enterprise SaaS solutions. In this role, you'll be responsible for driving the execution of complex software projects, fostering team health and development, and partnering closely with cross-functional leaders to align engineering with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead an engineering team focused on the development and delivery of enterprise-grade SaaS applications at a fast growing startup.

• Attract, hire, mentor, and retain top engineering talent; foster an inclusive and high-performance culture.

• Define and drive technical strategy and roadmap in collaboration with Product, Design, and other stakeholders.

• Own delivery of major product initiatives, ensuring high quality, timely execution, and alignment with company goals.

• Champion best practices in software development, DevOps, and quality engineering.

• Create and manage career development plans, performance reviews, and team succession strategies.

• Communicate effectively with executive leadership, providing visibility into team performance, challenges, and delivery timelines.

What You Bring:

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with 2+ years in a formal engineering management role.

• Proven track record of managing and scaling high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced SaaS environment.

• Strong technical background in modern web/cloud technologies, microservices, and enterprise architectures.

• Experience with agile methodologies and software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices.

• Excellent leadership, people management, and organizational skills.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience); advanced degree a plus.

• Background in B2B SaaS, especially products that serve large enterprise customers.

What We Offer:

• Work with cutting-edge AI technology making a tangible impact in manufacturing

• Collaborative, mission-driven team and supportive leadership

• Generous time time off

• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits

• Lunch stipend…and much more!

Ready to drive the future of manufacturing with AI? Apply today to join our team and help us build the category-defining platform for quality intelligence.