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Cerence Inc.

Senior Director – Software Engineering

Cerence Inc.

Senior Director of Software Engineering at Cerence responsible for leading software development and delivery. Driving high-quality, scalable software solutions aligned with business objectives.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software engineering leadership, managing large or distributed teams, and delivering complex software products. Proficient in overseeing multiple development programs while ensuring scalable, reliable, and secure software architecture.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Software Engineering LeadershipSoftware Development LifecycleManaging Large TeamsComplex Software DeliverySoftware Architecture Principles

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Software EngineeringDevelopment MethodologiesProduct ManagementProgram Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead end-to-end software engineering delivery across one or more product or platform domains
  • Oversee multiple concurrent development programs from concept through production and maintenance
  • Ensure scalable, reliable, and secure software architecture and delivery practices
  • Manage geographically distributed engineering teams and development centers, where applicable
  • Drive alignment with product management, program management, and other business functions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Extensive experience in software engineering leadership, including managing large or distributed teams
  • Proven track record of delivering complex software products or platforms
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, architecture principles, and development methodologies
  • Experience managing multiple programs or product lines simultaneously
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
  • Compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding employment discrimination