Systems & Software Engineering Manager - San Antonio, Tx. OR Austin, Tx.

• San Antonio, Texas; Austin, Texas • Digital • Developer • Exempt • 169725 • 08/24/2025 • Full Time Job Description Responsibilities Since H-E-B Digital Technology's inception, we've been investing heavily in our customers' digital experience, reinventing how they find inspiration from food, how they make food decisions, and how they ultimately get food into their homes. This is an exciting time to join H-E-B Digital, and we're hiring across the stack: front-end web and mobile, full-stack, and backend engineering. We're using the best available technologies to deliver modern, engaging, reliable, and scalable experiences to meet the needs of our growing audience. The Manager of Software Engineering manages professional individual contributors and / or supervisors who exercise latitude and independence. Often leads one or more departments / teams. As aSystems & Software Engineering Manager,you'll raise up your team, helping develop individual careers and achieving goals, spotting, and addressing common team problems, and coaching and mentoring those identified for potential company leadership. You'll work closely with stakeholders from product and design, and other engineering leaders, to provide high-quality, repeatable technology delivery for the digital engineering organization. Responsible for hiring, firing, and performance / pay reviews. Makes decisions based on business objectives and allocated resources. Establishes operational objectives and work plans and delegates assignments to the team. Involved in modifying and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide impact. Supports the function's (Digital) business strategy by implementing new standards and products, processes, and mid-term business plans. Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources-People-drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company. Do you have a: HEART FOR PEOPLE... passion for mentorship and guidance? HEAD FOR BUSINESS... consistent track record of delivering timely, high-quality software? PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to guide discussion, remove roadblocks, and provide guardrails for your team as they identify challenges and propose solutions? We are looking for: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience. • 7+ years of experience in business/technology with exposure to various technical environments and business segments. • 5+ years of management experience. • Experience in ERP management and large-scale software implementations is a plus. • Experience building and new software systems on public cloud infrastructure (GCP and Azure). What is the work? Management: • Manages activities of two or more sections or departments, including costs, methods, and staffing. Leads team/department and undertakes coaching and mentoring responsibilities. • Directly supports individual contributors and manages HR responsibilities (e.g., pay planning, promotions, expenses, leave). • Reviews and selects candidates for interviews; makes hiring decisions for assigned teams. • Coaches/mentors in system design techniques, processes, and new technologies. • Develops and leads the execution of technology upgrades and technical roadmaps to maintain application portfolio currency and ensure alignment with business opportunities. • Prioritizes projects and work; ensures alignment with Product Owners/Managers and business leaders. • Applies deep understanding of tech stack roadmap supporting assigned systems. • Leads team initiatives including technical design/delivery of complex features across multiple systems. • Serves as a primary contact for vendors of assigned systems. Impact: • Assignments are objective-oriented, reviewed for alignment with departmental objectives and timelines, and often involve addressing issues that require in-depth knowledge of organizational goals. • Implements strategic policies and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements. • Looks beyond existing methodologies to resolve complex issues often cross-functional in nature. • Interacts daily with direct reports, peer leaders, and senior leaders, effectively communicating and presenting results and recommendations. Strategy: • Supports strategic planning related to technology, solution discovery, service/risk/relationship management. • Researches and recommends technology options that support business goals. • Collaborates with staff, senior staff, and principals across Digital to ensure alignment on shared goals. • Recommends changes to processes and tools based on industry standards, patterns, and practices. • Remains current on new and emerging technologies and vendor solutions. Do you have what it takes to be an H-E-B Manager, Systems Developer & Software Engineering? • Broad knowledge of the field with proven leadership skills. • Expert knowledge of system architecture, design patterns, and multiple technologies, including those used at H-E-B. • Strong leadership and influencing skills. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Ability to understand business unit drivers for success and their processes/approaches to business models. • Ability to cultivate a culture that supports Partner Engagement, recruiting, and retention. • Ability to work complex issues with senior management. • Strong business acumen and creativity. Can you... • Work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. • Travel by car or plane with overnight stays. • Regularly lift up to 20 lbs. • Work extended hours and/or rotating schedules. JDSOLUTIONS JDENGINEERING