Hybrid Software Engineering Manager

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About the role

  • Engineering Manager leading mobile app development at NETGEAR in Cork, managing teams and driving technical excellence for IoT products.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow a high-performing mobile engineering team in Cork, spanning a range of experience levels.
  • Manage a mix of contractors and full-time engineers, ensuring clarity, collaboration, and accountability across all contributors.
  • Drive technical excellence in app architecture, performance, and connectivity — with a strong focus on Bluetooth and IoT integration.
  • Provide hands-on guidance when needed — from reviewing code and design documents to contributing to architectural discussions.
  • Partner with Product, Design, and Cloud Engineering teams to deliver seamless, reliable app-to-device and app-to-cloud experiences.
  • Support the career development of full-time employees through coaching, feedback, and structured growth paths.
  • Ensure timely delivery of app features and releases that align with NETGEAR’s strategic roadmap.
  • Champion modern software development practices, including automation, testing, and CI/CD.
  • Promote the use of AI-assisted development tools to improve velocity, reduce manual effort, and enhance overall quality.
  • Foster a culture of empathy, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience in either Android or iOS development, with a proven record of delivering high-quality apps at scale.
  • 3+ years of people management experience, including leading, coaching, and developing software engineers.
  • Strong background in building consumer-grade mobile apps that interact with hardware or IoT devices.
  • Solid understanding of Bluetooth connectivity, device pairing, and communication protocols.
  • Experience with cloud-connected apps, including syncing data and managing device state across mobile and cloud platforms.
  • Experience with subscription and payment platforms such as Stripe, PayPal, or Apple Pay is an advantage.
  • Demonstrated experience adopting or promoting AI tooling to enhance software delivery and team efficiency.
  • Experience with observability and performance monitoring tools such as Datadog, New Relic, or AppDynamics, and an understanding of how observability can improve mobile app responsiveness and user experience.
  • Ability to balance leadership and technical depth — comfortable being hands-on when needed.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across global teams and diverse cultures.
  • Empowering leadership style that inspires and motivates individuals and teams to achieve their best work.
  • Strong sense of ownership combined with a proactive, self-starting mindset to drive initiatives forward and deliver results.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid working model

Job title

Software Engineering Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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