Software Engineering Manager

MISOCarmel, Indiana

$157,000 - $182,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Director

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$157,000-$182,000/year

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401k Matching/Retirement Savings

Job Description

As MISO’s Software Engineering Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading one or more teams to design, build, deliver, and operate software at scale. You will set the technical direction, own delivery across schedule, cost, scope, and quality, and drive modern software engineering practices. You’ll champion AIânative and automationâfirst SDLC practices while ensuring alignment with engineering standards. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders and Product Management to deliver highâvalue initiatives. In addition, you’ll collaborate with peer managers to advance departmental and enterprise strategic goals.

As MISO’s Software Engineering Manager, you will:

Lead software engineering teams by setting technical direction, driving delivery, and advancing
Champion AIânative and automationâfirst software development practices across the organization
Partner closely with Product Management to champion product thinking and ensure roadmaps are feasible, clearly communicated, and aligned to stakeholder and customer needs
Oversee vendor partnerships, including selection, SOW development, onboarding, and ensuring delivery meets MISO’s quality and security standards
Establish departmental goals and maintain adherence to standards, policies, and modern engineering practices
Recruit, develop, manage, and coach a diverse team of engineers and emerging leaders, creating growth-aligned development plans
Provide technology leadership in application development and security, track delivery and quality metrics, and manage budgets and resource forecasts

Experience/Qualifications we are looking for as our Software Engineering Manager:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or four years of equivalent work experience)
Minimum of 5 years of technical experience and 3 years of management experience required (with 12 years technical and 5 years management experience preferred).
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple software engineering teams in a distributed workforce and manage vendor or staff augmentation resources
Experience overseeing fully outsourced teams, including vendor selection, onboarding, contract/SOW oversight, and performance management (preferred)
Thorough understanding of and software development methodologies
Strong experience with implementing AI-native software engineering tooling and workflows with a demonstrated ability to stay current with rapidly evolving AI technology
Strong experience in CI/CD and modern engineering ecosystems (e.g., GitHub), cloud-native architectures (e.g., Azure, Kubernetes), containerization, and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform)
Background in developing customer-facing applications, APIs, and real-time highâavailability systems
Understanding of application security practices and secure software development lifecycle in a compliance-driven environment (e.g., NERC CIP, SOC 1)

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day. The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $157,000 - $182,000 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.

Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

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What is the work location for this position at MISO?

This job at MISO is located in Carmel, Indiana, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at MISO?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $157,000 and $182,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at MISO?

MISO lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at MISO?

MISO is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by MISO for this role?

MISO offers following benefits: Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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