Manager, Digital Software Engineering

Auto req ID: 46057 
Title: Manager, Digital Software Engineering 
Job Function: Digital 
Location: JUNEAU
Workplace Category:Hybrid 
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 
Shift: SHIFT1 

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, founded in a humble Milwaukee backyard shed in 1903, still calls the city home. Today, its Corporate Campus includes a 4.8-acre public park—a welcoming greenspace open to all. Join our team as a Mgr Digital Software Engineering.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Software Engineering, the Manager of Digital Software Engineering will help to lead the digital software engineering team for Harley-Davidson across our Omnichannel initiatives. The Manager of Software Engineering will hire and lead new talent into HD, including data engineers, DevOps, and other digital (Software) engineering professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Define technical requirements and systems architecture with clarity on feasibility, time, cost, and impact
• Attract and retain a team of high-performing engineers
• Establish an engineering culture emphasizing innovation, growth, and development
• Ensure all internal processes and external services comply with security and privacy regulations
• Define and implement a consistent and repeatable process for quality assurance across all areas of the organization and product build
• Identify opportunities and challenges in the marketplace, with constant evaluation of technological advancements and innovation to mitigate impediments and drive success.
• Understand software delivery in a startup environment, balanced with the rigor needed for sustainable and maintainable products.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Education Specifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering) – M.S. or other advanced degree preferred

Experience Requirements

• 10+ years architecting & building products from pre-launch through maturity
• 5+ years in an Engineering Management role with experience in launching digital products.
• 5+ years leading Software Engineering team
• Experience scaling products, overseeing their build from MVP to mass scale
• Experience with building service-based architecture, including the use of micro services frameworks
• Good understanding of application security and regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of DevOps and cloud infrastructure services (Azure, AWS, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - including requirements analysis, debugging, and risk assessment.
• Hands-on skills in one or more object-oriented programming languages (Java/J2EE preferred)
• Knowledge of AEM, Headless E-commerce, Java, Node.JS, REST, JSON, HTTP, DevOps tool chains a plus

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: Yes  
Travel Required: 0 - 10%  
Pay Range: 126,00- 201,000 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer  
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)