Manager, Software Development

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Position Summary

We are seeking a Manager, Software Development to lead the evolution of Bentley's Civil Engineering software portfolio. In this role, you will manage a globally distributed team of developers and oversee day‑to‑day operations, driving technical excellence, organizational transformation, and strategic impact. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to implement processes, guide engineering investment decisions, and deliver high‑quality, reliable solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead and Inspire

• Manage, mentor, and develop a global software engineering team.

• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

• Drive delivery of highly available, scalable, and performant cloud services.

Drive Transformation

• Champion the transition to an Empowered Teams organizational model.
• Promote modern engineering practices, tools, and workflows to improve productivity and quality.

Own Delivery Excellence

• Ensure high standards for code quality, maintainability, testing, and overall product stability.

• Oversee release readiness, defect management, and continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Strategic Decision‑Making

• Use data, telemetry, customer feedback, and engineering insight to:
• Guide product strategies
• Prioritize engineering investments
• Optimize development efficiency and team focus

Collaborate Across Functions

• Partner with Product Management, UX, Quality Engineering, and leadership to align on product strategy and delivery goals.

• Support cross‑functional coordination to ensure the success of major initiatives.

Build Talent

• Recruit, coach, and develop high‑performing engineering talent.
• Encourage continuous learning, skill development, and technical growth within the team.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience with 3+ years of technical experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing globally distributed software teams with 2+ years of experience.
• Strong communication, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership skills.
• High intellectual curiosity and adaptability to evolving tools, technologies, and industry trends.
• A coaching‑oriented mindset with a passion for team and individual development.

What We Offer

• A Great Team & Culture: Work in a collaborative environment with a strong sense of purpose. Check out our Recruitment Video.
• Global Impact: Join a diverse international team shaping the future of infrastructure software.
• Supportive Environment: A culture centered on innovation, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Career Growth: Access to training programs, certifications, and industry events.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to impactful projects alongside highly skilled professionals.
• Purpose‑Driven Mission: Help create solutions that support sustainable infrastructure worldwide.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive Benefits

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About Bentley Systems

Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance. www.bentley.com

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