Job Title: Engineering Manager
Location: Brasov - Romania
About This Opportunity:
SketchUp, a widely used 3D modeling and design tool, is utilized by millions of professionals and hobbyists across various industries. From architects designing transit centers to artists creating unique pieces, SketchUp's versatility is evident. Its success within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector is largely attributed to its interoperability and extensibility.
We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and collaborative engineering leader to expand our team in Romania and drive the delivery of key requirements. Your leadership will be instrumental in enhancing product extensibility and interoperability through initiatives such as extending the SketchUp Ruby API and refining existing importers and exporters (e.g., IFC, DWG, USD as well as building out new web services.
Additionally, you will play a vital role in fostering the growth and development of team members, providing technical guidance and support when needed. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven ability to achieve results in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Job Purpose:
As the Engineering Manager leading several local team members from various projects in SketchUp, you will be driving the success of a number of cutting-edge solutions that will help accelerate the growth of SketchUp. Leading a talented engineering team, you will collaborate with other SketchUp and Trimble teams across geographies to deliver client and cloud-based solutions to address evolving customer needs.
Beyond overseeing project execution and leading a talented engineering team, this position requires close collaboration with Product Management and Engineering Management in different geographies so strong communication skills is vital to this role to ensure alignment. We also expect a manager to gain technical familiarity with at least one of the areas so that they can participate in a limited sense in development.
Main Responsibilities:
Leadership and Team Management:
Provide strategic direction and leadership to teams working on the projects in coordination with other engineering leaders;
Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture, ensuring a positive and productive work environment;
Mentor and develop team members, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth;
Planning and Execution:
Develop and implement project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines;
Drive the successful execution of Trimble projects, overseeing the entire development lifecycle from concept to delivery;
Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define project requirements and priorities.
Technical Expertise:
Utilize your in-depth technical knowledge to guide the team in making sound architectural and design decisions;
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating them into the development process where relevant;
Act as a technical mentor, providing guidance on complex technical challenges.
Strategic Alignment:
Work closely with business leaders to align engineering efforts with overall business strategy and objectives;
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that engineering initiatives contribute to the achievement of both short-term and long-term organizational goals.
Continuous Improvement:
Implement mechanisms to track and measure product performance against key metrics;
Utilize data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and drive initiatives to enhance product quality, reliability, and user satisfaction;
Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team.
Key Result Area
Consistently meet project deadlines, showcasing effective project management;
Maintain high customer satisfaction scores, reflected in positive feedback and retention rates;
Maintain a high level of employee engagement and retention within the engineering team, reflecting a positive work environment and effective leadership;
Utilize data analytics to inform decision-making, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving and strategic planning.
Effective project management and delivery on time;
Ensure the consistent application of agile development methodologies, measured by adherence to timelines, sprint goals, and continuous improvement feedback
Skillsets
Proven expertise in leading teams to deliver high-quality software products on client and/or cloud-based platforms;
In-depth understanding of full-stack development, covering both frontend and backend technologies;
Proficient in at least one programming language and working knowledge of multiple languages from C++ (preferred), Typescript, Java, Scala, Python, Ruby or Swift;
Familiar with using existing APIs from multiple vendors;
Demonstrated proficiency in agile development methodologies with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time;
Deep knowledge of product management principles and practices, with the ability to contribute to product roadmaps and strategies;
A strategic mindset with the ability to contribute to shaping the strategic direction of Trimble projects and aligning them with overall business objectives;
Leadership experience in managing and mentoring engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture;
Proven ability to make resource-driven decisions, aligning departmental plans with business and organizational priorities.
Qualifications & Experience
Expected work experience: 7+ years;
BSc/MSc. in Computer Engineering or an equivalent degree with a good score;
May have to manage a team of 5-10 members;
Measure of Success
Maintain a high level of employee engagement and retention within the engineering team, reflecting a positive work environment and effective leadership;
Utilize data analytics to inform decision-making, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving and strategic planning;
Effective project management and delivery on time;
Ensure the consistent application of agile development methodologies, measured by adherence to timelines, sprint goals, and continuous improvement feedback.
About Your Location:
Location: Romania - Brasov
About Trimble:
Dedicated to the world’s tomorrow, Trimble is a technology company delivering solutions that enable our customers to work in new ways to measure, build, grow and move goods for a better quality of life. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. From purpose-built products and enterprise lifecycle solutions to industry cloud services, Trimble is transforming critical industries such as construction, geospatial, agriculture and transportation to power an interconnected world of work. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com
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