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Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Barracuda Networks Inc

Karnataka, India (Hybrid)

Senior Manager, Software Engineering

3 Weeks ago • 7-12 Years • Product Management

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Job Description

Barracuda Networks seeks a Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead a team in designing, developing, and delivering innovative software solutions. Responsibilities include team leadership, mentorship, project management (Agile, Scrum), technical oversight, cross-functional collaboration (product management, QA, operations), and process improvement. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, proven project delivery success, and excellent communication skills. Experience with cloud technologies, microservices, and languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript is a plus.

Must have:

7+ years software engineering experience, 5+ years in management
Successful complex software project delivery
Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum and best practices
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Good to have:

Experience with cloud technologies, microservices architecture
Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript

Perks:

Internal mobility
Equity in the form of non-qualifying options

Job ID: 25-389

Come Join Our Passionate Team! At Barracuda, we make the world a safer place. We believe every business deserves access to cloud-enabled, enterprise-grade security solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use. We protect email, networks, data and applications with innovative solutions that grow and adapt with our customers’ journey. More than 200,000 organizations worldwide trust Barracuda to protect them — in ways they may not even know they are at risk — so they can focus on taking their business to the next level.

We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an employer that complies with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination and equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Envision yourself at Barracuda

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead our engineering team in the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for driving team performance and product excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career development for team members.

Project Management:

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines.
Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

Technical Oversight:

Provide technical guidance and direction to the engineering team, ensuring best practices in software development, architecture, and design.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and improve product offerings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, quality assurance, and operations, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of software solutions.
Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Process Improvement:

Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement agile methodologies to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure team performance and project success.

What you bring to the role:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
7+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time.
Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.) and best practices.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others.
Experience with cloud technologies, microservices architecture, and modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript) is a plus.

What you’ll get from us:

A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda. In addition, you will receive equity, in the form of non-qualifying options.

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