Senior Software Engineering Manager

KION Group

Lead and develop a team of software engineers implementing automation solutions in supply chain environments. Ensure timely project delivery and adherence to technical requirements while fostering accountability and innovation in the team.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Missouri, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $141,000 - $216,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a team of software engineers responsible for implementing software solutions for customer projects in warehouse automation and supply chain environments.
Ensure project delivery aligns with committed schedules, budgets, and technical requirements.
Partner closely with project management, product management, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
Lead all aspects of software build, development, integration, testing, standards, and sustained deployment for automation systems.
Monitor project progress, handle risks, and remove blockers to keep projects on track.
Identify and propose product sustainment projects and efforts.
Establish engineering guidelines, development standards, and quality assurance processes.
Drive continuous improvement in development workflows, automation, and delivery efficiency.
Support estimation, planning, and resource allocation for multiple concurrent customer projects.
Coach, mentor, and develop engineers while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and innovation.
Participate in technical architecture discussions and ensure scalable, maintainable solutions.
Collaborate with global engineering teams to standardize tools, frameworks, and development practices.
Support partner concerns and critical project issues when vital.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
8+ years of software engineering experience with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or management role.
Experience delivering sophisticated software systems in project‑driven environments.
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, agile methodologies, and system integration.
Consistent track record of delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Experience leading multi-functional teams and running multiple concurrent initiatives.
Excellent communication and customer leadership skills.
Experience with automation systems, warehouse control systems (WCS), warehouse management systems (WMS), or industrial software is helpful.
Familiarity with modern programming languages, distributed systems, and enterprise software architectures.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Development
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Pay Transparency
Global Opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

software engineeringsoftware development lifecycleagile methodologiessystem integrationautomation systemswarehouse control systemswarehouse management systemsprogramming languagesdistributed systemsenterprise software architectures

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationteamworkaccountabilityinnovationmentoringproject managementrisk managementproblem-solvingcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s degree in Software Engineering