About this opportunity
Midcontinent-Independent-System lists this Software Engineering Manager opportunity in carmel, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As MISO’s Software Engineering Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading one or more teams to design, build, deliver, and operate software at scale. You will set the technical direction, own delivery across schedule, cost, scope, and quality, and drive modern software engineering practices. You’ll champion AI‑native and automation‑first SDLC practices while ensuring alignment with engineering standards. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders and Product Management to deliver high‑value initiatives. In addition, you’ll collaborate with peer managers to advance departmental and enterprise strategic goals.
As MISO's Software Engineering Manager, you will:
Lead software engineering teams by setting technical direction, driving delivery, and advancing
Champion AI‑native and automation‑first software development practices across the organization
Partner closely with Product Management to champion product thinking and ensure roadmaps are feasible, clearly communicated, and aligned to stakeholder and customer needs
Oversee vendor partnerships, including selection, SOW development, onboarding, and ensuring delivery meets MISO’s quality and security standards
Establish departmental goals and maintain adherence to standards, policies, and modern engineering practices
Recruit, develop, manage, and coach a diverse team of engineers and emerging leaders, creating growth-aligned development plans
Provide technology leadership in application development and security, track delivery and quality metrics, and manage budgets and resource forecasts
Experience/Qualifications we are looking for as our Software Engineering Manager:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or four years of equivalent work experience)
Minimum of 5 years of technical experience and 3 years of management experience required (with 12 years technical and 5 years management experience preferred).
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple software engineering teams in a distributed workforce and manage vendor or staff augmentation resources
Experience overseeing fully outsourced teams, including vendor selection, onboarding, contract/SOW oversight, and performance management (preferred)
Thorough understanding of and software development methodologies
Strong experience with implementing AI-native software engineering tooling and workflows with a demonstrated ability to stay current with rapidly evolving AI technology
Strong experience in CI/CD and modern engineering ecosystems (e.g., GitHub), cloud-native architectures (e.g., Azure, Kubernetes), containerization, and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform)
Background in developing customer-facing applications, APIs, and real‑time high‑availability systems
Understanding of application security practices and secure software development lifecycle in a compliance‑driven environment (e.g., NERC CIP, SOC 1)
Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.
Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever‑changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day.
The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $157,000 - $182,000 USDannually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.
Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.
Bachelors or better in Computer Science or related field.
Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
carmel, IN, 46033, US
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