Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Vizio

Job Description

Position Summary: Lead and drive the execution of multiple business plans and projects focused on new product introductions (NPI) for innovative TV products. Champion a high-performing engineering team, foster collaboration across product, hardware, software, and cloud teams, and ensure timely delivery of cutting-edge embedded software solutions for TV platforms. What You'll Do: Partner with cross-functional teamsproduct management, hardware, software, and cloud engineeringto design and develop next-generation TV products. Mentor and empower engineers and development leads by setting measurable success criteria and guiding their professional growth. Lead embedded software feature design and participate in architecture discussions and strategic planning. Drive root cause analysis and problem resolution on complex embedded system issues. Manage and prioritize team deliverables, ensuring clear objectives and timelines. Utilize and promote best practices in C/C++ (C++11/14), Shell scripting, Git, and bug tracking tools. Anticipate potential technical and operational challenges and proactively address them before they impact delivery. Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience. 10+ years in Engineering Manager roles with a focus on embedded device software development. Proven experience with embedded Linux and System-on-Chip (SoC) development. Strong track record of delivering high-quality software and hardware products at scale. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines. Experience working with SoC vendors and ODMs, and iterative prototyping based on emerging technologies is a plus. Self-starter mindset thriving in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrated leadership in fostering team collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement. Core Competencies: Team Leadership & Development Advanced C++14 or later proficiency Embedded Systems Programming & Debugging Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis Ownership and Accountability in Team Activities