Software Engineering Manager

Reperio Human Capital · Recruitment agency

Full-time•Engineering management•€110k-140k/year (EUR)•Ireland

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Employment type: Full-time
Location: Ireland
Workplace: On-site
Salary: €110k-140k/year (EUR)
Category: Engineering management

Technologies & skills

Cloud & infrastructure

Kubernetes Azure Docker

Primary technologies

C++

Secondary technologies

CI/CD

What you'll be doing

Seeking a seasoned Software Engineering Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team across Embedded Software, Application Development, DevOps, and Testing. Requires strong experience in embedded systems, software architecture, cloud/devops technologies, test automation, secure development, and Agile delivery.

Key requirements

Must-have

10+ years in software engineering including embedded systems and software-enabled products
5+ years leading multi-disciplinary teams
Strong software architecture for embedded C/C++ and RTOS
Exposure to Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
Experience with test automation
Experience with secure development practices
Experience with Agile delivery

Nice-to-have

Experience in regulated environments (automotive, aerospace, medical devices)
Experience growing teams and scaling software functions
Experience in IoT or cloud connected products

Experience: 10+ years in software engineering, 5+ years leading teams

Role signals

Technical focus: embedded systems, software architecture, cloud/devops
Leadership: People management
Architecture / system design: Indicated in the listing
Hands-on vs management: Hands-on

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Software Engineering Manager

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Full job description

Software Engineering Manager

Limerick

My client is hiring a seasoned Software Engineering Manager to help shape the next generation of products. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team across Embedded Software, Application Development, DevOps, and Testing.

Software Engineering Manager - Essential Experience Required:
- 10+ years in software engineering, including embedded systems and software-enabled products.
5+ years leading teams that span several disciplines, ideally through growth and change.
Strong software architecture for embedded C/C++ and RTOS, and for connected products.
Solid exposure to Cloud/DevOps technology including Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CICD.
Experience with test automation, secure development practices and Agile delivery.
Software Engineering Manager - Desirable Experience Required:
- Experience in regulated environments like automotive, aerospace, or medical devices.
Experience growing teams and scaling software functions.
Experience in IoT or cloud connected products.
Software Engineering Manager - Key Skills:
Embedded C, C++, RTOS, Software Engineering Manager, Architecture, Azure

Reperio Human Capital acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.

Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the Software Engineering Manager role in Limerick focuses on leading a multi-disciplinary team across embedded software, application development, DevOps, and testing, with a strong emphasis on embedded systems, software architecture, and cloud/DevOps technologies.

Embedded Systems Expertise·High
Team Leadership·High
Cloud/DevOps Integration·Medium
Secure and Agile Delivery·Medium

Only have 30 minutes?

Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.

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Your 30-minute plan

Review Embedded Systems Projects
0–7 min
List and summarize your most relevant embedded C/C++ and RTOS projects, focusing on architecture and outcomes.
Prepare Leadership and Change Management Examples
7–14 min
Select stories that demonstrate your ability to lead and scale multi-disciplinary teams through growth or change.
Refresh Cloud/DevOps Knowledge
14–20 min
Review your experience with Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD, especially in the context of embedded or IoT products.
Summarize Test Automation and Security Practices
20–25 min
Prepare concise examples of implementing test automation and secure development practices, including tools and results.
Draft Role-Specific Questions
25–30 min
Write down thoughtful questions about team structure, product direction, and technical processes to ask during the interview.

Likely questions

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Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

1Can you describe your experience architecting embedded systems using C/C++ and RTOS?High
Why they may ask
To assess your technical depth in embedded software and ability to design robust architectures.
Prepare to discuss
- Detail a specific project where you led the architecture of an embedded system.
- Explain your decision-making process for technology and design choices.
- Highlight challenges faced and how you addressed them.
Tip: Use concrete examples and quantify impact where possible.
2How have you led and scaled multi-disciplinary engineering teams?High
Why they may ask
To evaluate your leadership skills and experience managing diverse teams through growth or change.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe team composition and your leadership approach.
- Share strategies for fostering collaboration across disciplines.
- Discuss outcomes such as improved delivery or team growth.
Tip: Emphasize adaptability and communication.
3What is your experience with cloud and DevOps technologies such as Azure, Docker, and Kubernetes?High
Why they may ask
To determine your familiarity with modern DevOps practices and cloud integration.
Prepare to discuss
- Provide examples of implementing CI/CD pipelines.
- Discuss how you integrated cloud services with embedded products.
- Mention any challenges and how you overcame them.
Tip: Relate your experience to connected or IoT products if possible.
4How have you implemented test automation and secure development practices in your teams?Medium
Why they may ask
To assess your commitment to quality and security in software delivery.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe tools and frameworks used for test automation.
- Explain how you ensured secure coding practices.
- Share results such as reduced defects or improved compliance.
Tip: Highlight measurable improvements.
5Can you share an example of delivering software in a regulated environment?Medium
Why they may ask
To gauge your understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.
Prepare to discuss
- Outline the regulatory context (e.g., medical, automotive).
- Explain how you adapted processes to meet compliance.
- Discuss the impact on delivery timelines and quality.
Tip: If you lack direct experience, relate to similar high-stakes environments.
6How do you ensure effective Agile delivery across embedded, application, and DevOps teams?Medium
Why they may ask
To understand your approach to Agile in complex, cross-functional settings.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe Agile frameworks or practices you have implemented.
- Share how you tailored Agile to fit different disciplines.
- Discuss results such as improved velocity or stakeholder satisfaction.
Tip: Focus on cross-team coordination.

Talking points

Leading Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Prepare examples of managing teams with diverse technical backgrounds, especially through periods of growth or change.
Embedded C/C++ and RTOS Architecture
Demonstrate your depth in designing and architecting embedded systems, particularly for connected products.
Cloud and DevOps Integration
Showcase your experience with Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, especially in the context of embedded or IoT products.
Test Automation and Secure Development
Be ready to discuss how you have implemented automated testing and secure coding practices in previous roles.
Agile Delivery in Regulated Environments
If applicable, provide examples of delivering software in regulated industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace, medical devices) using Agile methodologies.

What to research

Review Embedded C/C++ and RTOS Projects
Refresh your knowledge and examples of architecting embedded systems, especially those involving RTOS and connected products.
Prepare Leadership Stories
Identify specific examples where you led multi-disciplinary teams, managed growth, or navigated organizational change.
Brush Up on Cloud/DevOps Tools
Review your experience with Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, focusing on integration with embedded or IoT products.
Understand Secure and Automated Testing Practices
Be ready to discuss your approach to test automation and secure development, including tools and measurable outcomes.

Questions to ask

How is the engineering team structured across embedded, application, DevOps, and testing disciplines?
Why ask this? To understand team dynamics and reporting lines.
What are the current challenges or priorities for the next generation of products?
Why ask this? To gauge the strategic direction and immediate focus areas.
How does the company approach Agile delivery across hardware and software teams?
Why ask this? To assess the maturity and flexibility of Agile practices.
What tools and processes are in place for test automation and secure development?
Why ask this? To clarify expectations and available resources.
How does the organization support professional growth and team scaling?
Why ask this? To understand opportunities for leadership development and team expansion.
Are there any regulatory standards or compliance requirements that the team must adhere to?
Why ask this? To prepare for working in regulated environments if applicable.

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