Thales

Team Manager Software Engineer

Posted Apr 16, 2025
Project ID: 950
Location
Hengelo
Hours/week
40 hrs/week
Payrate range
Unknown
Application Deadline: Jul 12, 2025 12:00 AM

Say HI* to our Team Manager Software Engineer role

Job Title: Team Manager Software Engineering – Fire Control Systems

Location: Hengelo, Netherlands

Salary range: 8250 Euros to 10250 Gross per month (excluding benefits)

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a people-focused leader with a strong technical background and a genuine passion for enabling others to succeed. You thrive in a collaborative environment and can balance strategic oversight with operational execution.

Your Role:

As Team Manager Software Engineering, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of 25–35 software professionals (junior to senior level) involved in developing next-generation Fire Control Systems. Your team works within an Agile/Scrum/SAFe framework.

You will serve as a servant leader, responsible for coaching, inspiring, and enabling your team to reach their full potential. You will ensure the team delivers high-quality software solutions that meet project goals in terms of customer value, scope, timeline, and budget.

Your Team:

The Software Engineering department within Thales' Naval Engineering unit is responsible for developing advanced Combat & Information Management Systems for naval vessels. These systems integrate cutting-edge technologies in information processing, data management, user interaction, and sensor and weapons control. They play a critical role in supporting naval missions—ranging from counter-piracy operations to missile defense.

Your Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage a team of 25–35 software engineers and other technical roles.

  • Support team growth in both domain knowledge and technical competencies.

  • Guide the team to achieve operational excellence, promoting ownership and accountability.

  • Manage individual and team performance, enabling successful project delivery.

  • Facilitate collaboration, engagement, and development within the team.

  • Play an active role in strategic planning, process improvement, and execution within the Software Engineering Discipline and Fire Control Systems Segment.

  • Participate in the Segment Management Team and contribute to department-wide results.

  • Act as a liaison between top-down strategies and bottom-up team insights—aligning, communicating, and inspiring across levels.

You bring:

  • Proven experience in a leadership or management role within a high-tech/software development environment.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, coaching, and conflict resolution.

  • A results-driven mindset with a hands-on approach to fostering team success.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • The ability to align diverse interests toward a shared goal.

  • A BSc or MSc degree in a relevant technical field.

  • Fluency in Dutch and English, both written and verbal.


To play a pivotal role in shaping the future of naval defense technology, apply Now!

In case of questions, feel free to ring a bell at +31 0623460765 or email at mahadik.pallavi@randstadsourceright.nl

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