Software Engineering Manager

Job Title : Manager Software Engineering

Great people. Greater business impact.

About CAI

CAI Software builds digital work execution platforms and software solutions that help manufacturing businesses operate with greater clarity and control. Our people bring structure to complexity by replacing fragmented, paper-based processes with connected digital workflows that improve visibility, compliance, and decision-making in real industrial environments. With 45+ years of experience and a presence across 10+ countries, CAI combines deep industry understanding with practical technology. Our team consists of 800 employees worldwide who work across 15 core industries and support 5,000+ customers, guided by sound judgment, long-term thinking, and outcomes that endure.

CAI Business Units and the Markets We Serve

CAI Software is organized into three business units - Graphic Communications, Process Manufacturing, and Discrete Manufacturing aligned to the markets we serve. This structure allows our teams to stay close to customer needs while operating with the scale and support of a global software company.

This role is part of our Process Manufacturing business unit, which provides ERP and operational software to manufacturers that transform raw materials into finished goods through formulas, recipes, or batch-driven processes. We work with small to enterprise manufacturers across industries such as food and beverage, bottling, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, chemicals, paint, paper, tile, and supply chain logisticssupporting end-to-end operations from sourcing through production and distribution.

CAI India

CAI India is a strategic investment in the company's future. Our Bangalore Center of Excellence is a place of ownership, expertise, and accountability. Teams in India work on global products end to end, contribute to key decisions, and influence how CAI evolves as a business. This is not a support-led model, but rather a center designed to lead through knowledge, responsibility, and trust.

About the Role

This role will also benefit from experience supporting software used in batch-driven manufacturing environments and working with leading global brands in sectors such as cosmetics, food & beverage, paint/coatings, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals. Candidates with engineering backgrounds who have helped organizations shift from custom, one-off solutions to standardized, scalable product offerings are especially encouraged to apply. Experience with both on-premise and cloud-based architectures, particularly in industrial or plant-floor contexts, is highly preferred.

Job Description:

We are seeking a strategic and technically strong Manager Software Engineering to lead the development two flagship products in our manufacturing intelligence and scheduling portfolio. This role requires a blend of engineering leadership, domain expertise in packaging, and delivery excellence. The ideal candidate will guide a team of Principal and Senior Engineers, drive roadmap execution, and foster innovation in UI-rich enterprise applications tailored for packaging converters and manufacturers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a cross-functional engineering team responsible for AC4D (including DMI interface) and PF4D product development.
• Drive execution of product roadmaps, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and alignment with business goals.
• Provide technical oversight across front-end (Angular) and back-end (.NET, SQL Server) development, with a strong emphasis on UI/UX excellence.
• Collaborate with Product Management, QA, and global stakeholders to define scope, prioritize features, and manage dependencies.
• Champion intuitive user interfaces for AC4D's data visualization and PF4D's scheduling workflows.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering best practices.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, supporting career growth and succession planning.
• Ensure adherence to Agile methodologies, secure coding practices, and DevOps standards.
• Track and report on team performance, delivery metrics, and customer impact.
• Encourage adoption of modern tools, including AI-assisted development and intelligent automation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in software development, with 4+ years in engineering leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing teams delivering enterprise-grade applications using .NET, SQL Server, and Angular.
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and front-end architecture.
• Experience in Agile environments and managing distributed teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills
• Ability to balance hands-on technical guidance with strategic leadership.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure/AWS) and modern DevOps practices.

Preferred Experience (Industry & Solution Engineering):

• Exposure to batch processing environments and process-manufacturing workflows (e.g., ISA-88 concepts helpful)
• Experience working with leading brands across cosmetics, food and beverage, paint/coatings, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals
• Engineering background (process, chemical, industrial, or systems engineering desirable) with experience transitioning from custom project implementations to standardized, repeatable product solutions
• Hands-on experience with on-premise and cloud-based solutions, especially those interfacing with plant operations, MES, SCADA, or industrial data sources
• Ability to collaborate with operations, production, quality, and engineering teams to develop scalable, reliable software offerings

Personality

• Strong oral and written communication skills; able to articulate complex ideas clearly
• Self-starter with the ability to learn quickly
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision
• Strong team player able to contribute flexibly to team goals
• Ability to research, apply, and adapt to new technology areas
• Ownership mindset with enthusiasm, curiosity, and innovation
• Passionate about learning and continuous improvement

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or a Master's degree in Engineering or Management from reputable institutions is required

Why Join Us

You'll have the opportunity to drive some of the most critical transformation initiatives in our company's history. This is a highly visible role working directly with senior leadership to shape the future operating model of CAI. You'll bring clarity, discipline, and execution focus to complex cross-functional programs while gaining exposure across every function of the business.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work environment
• Strong focus on Individual Carrer Development (IDP).
• Exposure to global teams and customers
• To be part of a leading ERP s/w vendor in Software for Manufacturers, Food & Beverage producers, processors, and distributors and Print Industry