Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager

Role: Software Engineering Manager

 

Location: Bangalore

As an Engineering Manager at Pearson, you will lead a team of engineers focused on developing and enhancing features for our industry-leading digital credentialing platform. You will be responsible for driving technical excellence, fostering a collaborative team culture, and delivering high-quality software solutions that support the strategic objectives of the Enterprise business unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability.
  • Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and support career development for direct reports.
  • Champion Pearson’s values and essential behaviors within the team.
• Technical Delivery
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and deployment of Credly features, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions on schedule.
  • Ensure code quality, security, and maintainability through effective code reviews and best practices.
• Operational Excellence
  • Drive continuous improvement in development processes, testing, and operational practices.
  • Monitor and optimize team performance, resource allocation, and project delivery.
  • Identify and resolve technical and operational challenges proactively.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Product, Sales, and Enterprise leadership.
  • Represent the engineering team in planning sessions, status updates, and strategic discussions.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing software engineering teams, ideally in a SaaS or enterprise technology environment.
• Strong technical background in software development, architecture, and cloud technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex features and projects on time and within scope.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and modern development practices.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team.

Why Join Pearson?

• Be part of a global leader in digital credentialing and learning technology.
• Work on impactful products that empower individuals and organizations worldwide.
• Grow your career in a supportive, innovative, and mission-driven environment.

Experience Level

Mid Level