Manager Software Engineering

C.H Robinson is seeking Manager of Software Engineering for our Planning and Quality Automation teams. In this pivotal role, you'll guide teams in developing sophisticated software solutions for our application platform, integrating cutting-edge third-party software. Your innovative solutions will drive growth and efficiency for our internal and external customers. You'll also champion the development and maintenance of a crucial automated regression test suite, ensuring high-quality software across multiple teams. Collaborating closely with business and tech leaders, you'll define technology roadmaps, delivering solutions that enhance our commitment to customer and supply chain partner satisfaction. Apply today and join us as we connect the world!

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With over $30 billion in freight under management and 20 million shipments annually, we are the world's largest logistics platform. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world's economy. We use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for our more than 124,000 customers and 76,000 contract carriers. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers' businesses.

This position may be in Eden Prairie/Minneapolis, Seattle, Kansas City or Chicago.

Responsibilities:

• Lead two dynamic teams focusing on Planning and Quality Automation, fostering an environment where collaboration and innovation thrive
• Collaborate closely with product owners, business stakeholders, and technology leaders to craft and execute strategic roadmaps that drive business success
• Cultivate a culture of trust and empowerment within the teams, facilitating an environment where every member can excel
• Champion change initiatives, implementing organizational decisions effectively while utilizing data-driven insights to guide informed project executions
• Drive continuous process enhancements, striving to streamline operations and eliminate inefficiencies
• Collaborate with other engineering leaders and product teams to troubleshoot and resolve challenges faced by the teams
• Define and communicate a robust strategy aligning with business objectives, ensuring product stability and scalability
• Provide crucial support to other teams during high-priority incidents and in production support, ensuring a seamless operation
• Foster a culture of creativity and boundaryless collaboration, ensuring the team's focus aligns with delivering on our objectives
• Empower team members by aligning their passions with their potential, consistently providing feedback, developmental opportunities, and acknowledging achievements

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience working on a software engineering team progressing in complexity and responsibility
• 3+ years managing team(s)
• Experience delivering business critical software functionality
• Experience working in a product-led organization and applying lean principles to product development
• Experience working in large scale distributed applications
• Experience delivering software in an agile environment
• Experience managing a variety of systems integrations, including custom and COTS technologies utilizing APIs
• Experience communicating status and shaping strategy with a senior leadership audience
• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 4 years of equivalent work experience and a high school diploma/GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in computer science/software engineering
• Experience with ERP, TMS, Supply Chain Management or Retail systems
• Experience with transportation shipment and capacity planning and optimization systems
• Experience managing vendor deliverables as part of an overall project
• Strong strategic orientation/planning, business savvy, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate broad impacts of work
• Effective and flexible communication skills with the ability to articulate complex solutions in a relatable way and ability to communicate project plans and timeline of deliverables
• Strong interpersonal skills including ability to build trust, influence, and foster relationships with diverse team members; ability to leverage relationships to drive consistency of approach and ensure delivery
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire cross-functional teams
• Ability to connect the work the team is doing to strategic business priorities
• Experience leading through change and resolving conflict
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we're building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

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Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid and floating holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE page.