Senior Manager Research & Development

Job Description

Description :Transform the way the world runs networksThe OpportunityAs the Senior Manager, Research and Development, you will lead a team of software engineers who are responsible for the design and development of software features in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment. The team works closely with Architects, Technical Leads, senior engineers and QA Engineers to deliver innovative features. You will be responsible for the team in the full software development lifecycle, from planning and design to implementation and documentation. Managing the multiple priorities and workload of the team. Lead the team in defining the product requirements, ensuring they are met and analysis of outcomes to drive right results with strong recommendations on corrective action and ensure they are in effect to make quick course correction. Ability to roll up sleeves, and be hands-on with technical discussions and work with stakeholders like product managers, architects, managers and technical teams to deliver the product requirements per plan. Drive quality, on-time delivery and quick turn-around of the product deliveries with efficiencies, automation and defining proper workflows within the team.The Job

• Manages a team of software engineers (both Dev & QA) responsible for product development/engineering functions relating to networking domain, data plane, analytics, and data science solutions and platform development.
• Managing projects from initial concept to completion
• Leading a high caliber team of software engineers in agile development environment
• Responsible for new innovations and efficiency improvements
• Technical design and approval
• Software engineering standards, and principles
• Input on prioritization of deliverables
• Performance Management, Release management and on-time deliveries per commitments

What Skills You Bring

• Minimum of 12 years of total experience in the industry and 2-3 years in project management experience in a leadership role Previous experience developing real-time embedded software
• 1-5 years of experience in Software development using Java / C/C / JavaScript / Go / Python / TCL
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Understanding of basic networking concepts and protocols TCP/IP and IP networking is required, experience with DPI would be an asset
• Strong object oriented design skills in C and Python programming
• Experience with ML/AI, data science, data engineering and data analysis tools like Tableau, Jupyter, or similar etc.
• Experience with real time databases(Vertica), Postgres and SQL
• Experience with FreeBsd, Unix, Linux, shell scripting, RedHat, CentOs, Openstack platforms would be an asset
• Experience with virtualization, NFV, SDN, IoT, 5G, Mobile platforms would be an asset
• Experience with GDB, Wireshark would be an asset
• Experience with micro services, cloud, kubernetes, etc would be an asset
• Proven experience leading complex, multi-million-dollar software development projects on-time, on-budget with high quality
• Able to assess the team and identify performance improvements and increase productivity to create a high performing team. Ability to build strong ownership levels across the team.
• Also define workflows, adapt to market needs and build a strong domain experience with the team.
• Ability to manage projects to ensure its successful delivery
• Expertise working with cross functional leads like product managers, architects, managers and other stake holders is strongly required.
• Excellent scope and expectation management skills required to meet the project objectives.
• Any PMP, Agile, SAFe,etc Certifications are an asset

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Interact frequently with several departments including product management, architecture, customer success teams
• IT and Lab Services, and Product Management
• Effective 2 way written and verbal communication
• Customer service
• Time management
• Influence and manage expectations both internal & external stakeholders
• Guide and mentor new team members
• Integrity
• Build relationships
• Persuasion
• Adaptability
• Decision-making
• Planning
• Team management

About SandvineNetworks are evolving, and operators need to keep up. At Sandvine, were working with innovative customers who are looking to embrace change and constantly improve. By combining analytics, machine learning, and automation, we help hundreds of network operators around the world make their networks run simpler and smarter - all while exceeding their expectations. As a Sandviner, you will take on new challenges, learn from industry leaders, and contribute to creative solutions as part of a growing team that is transforming the way the world runs networks.What Can You Expect From Us

• Competitive compensation plan
• Flexible working hours - in some roles work from home
• Employee development including training programs and mentorship
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• International travel opportunities - we are a global company.

Thank-you for your interest in Sandvine. While were not able to reach out to everyone who applies, we will contact you if your skills and experience are a match for the role. Otherwise, well keep your resume in case there is a match with future opportunities. In the meantime, if you want to learn more about life at Sandvine, follow us on Twitter (@Sandvine) and Facebook (Facebook.com/Sandvine). Sandvine is committed to supporting a culture of inclusion, diversity and accessibility to employment for all. We are proud to operate as an equal opportunity employer.-The Sandvine Global Talent Acquisition Team