Software Engineering Manager

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Software Engineering Manager

Apply locations Madrid time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id 25REQ0311

Who we are

We are on a mission to make all science open, enabling the research community to develop thesolutions we all need to live healthy lives on ahealthy planet.

Frontiers is one of the world’s largest and most impactful research publishers, dedicated to making peer-reviewed, quality-certified science openly accessible. Our articles have been viewed 4 billion times, reflecting the power of research that is open for all.

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What we can offer you

At Frontiers our working model for new roles is hybrid, offering flexibility to work from home while staying connected through our office hubs in key locations. This approach reflects our commitment to productivity, trust, and a collaborative team culture.

We provide a range of benefits across our global locations, including but not limited to :

4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance

Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time

A range of wellbeing initiatives, including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan

Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer

Additional benefits depending on your location (e.g. pension plan and private medical care)

The role

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join our technical team at Frontiers.

The Software Engineering Manager oversees a team of engineers, driving the delivery of key software initiatives while fostering team growth and excellence. This role balances people management and technical leadership, ensures effective collaboration across teams, and ensures productivity, quality, and professional development within the software teams.

Key responsibilities :

Exercises considerable autonomy in decision-making, effectively overseeing team tasks and applying judgment to resolve issues .

Manages a team of 5-8 employees, extending influence beyond immediate team through cross-functional collaboration.

Translates objectives into actionable plans and drives task execution within the team.

Ensures alignment with both team and portfolio goals while managing risks for successful outcomes.

Communicates effectively within the team and with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration.

Facilitates open discussions to ensure team cohesion and goal alignment.

Identifies process improvement opportunities for the team and broader portfolio.

Provides guidance and support for team development and growth.

Manages day-to-day operations including resource allocation and task assignment.

Required Skills and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Engineering, or related field .

7+ years working in software engineering teams, with at least 3 years in a leadership role .

Deep understanding of software development practices, system architecture, and cloud computing .

Proficiency in multiple programming languages and development tools .

Strong leadership and team management skills followed by p roven experience in leading software engineering teams .

Proven experience in project management.

Strategic vision to foresee industry trends and technological advances.

Capacity to inspire and keep the motivation of teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Ability to drive a culture of innovation and excellence.

Apply now

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Equal opportunity statement

Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination – including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.

Frontiers is a leading academic publisher working with exceptional researchers to review, publish, and disseminate their discoveries.

Featuring custom-built technology and artificial intelligence, along with dedicated support teams and rigorous quality standards, we are revolutionizing how research is published.

We are the world’s third most-cited publisher and our articles have been viewed 1.5 billion times - reflecting the power of research that is open for all.

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