Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Lead
On-site
The Software Manager role at Unicontrol requires a seasoned leader with proven success in guiding and mentoring software development teams, ideally at the lead level. Candidates must have strong technical expertise in software development processes and methodologies, supported by hands-on software engineering experience. A relevant degree in software engineering, robotic engineering, or a related field is expected. The role involves leading two software teams through a critical growth phase, transitioning from a start-up to a scale-up and mid-size company, emphasizing fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Key leadership skills include championing modern leadership principles such as effective communication, transparent decision-making, and aligning teams around shared goals to instill a strong sense of purpose. The manager is responsible for supporting continuous professional development to drive product excellence and innovation, as well as proactively removing barriers to developer productivity and growth. The position demands adaptability to a rapidly changing environment and the ability to lead teams through everyday challenges. The role offers the opportunity to shape Unicontrol's software offerings within a collaborative culture, working on challenging technical projects that address real-world issues related to advanced technologies and high-precision sensors for earthmoving machinery. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, versatile environment with a strong team spirit and collective commitment to success, contributing as a key player in a growing company that operates internationally and is part of a national robotics cluster.
About the role
- Lead and inspire two software development teams at Unicontrol
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
- Guide teams through the transition from start-up to scale-up and mid-size company
- Ensure development practices align with customer needs and company growth
Responsibilities
- Champion modern leadership principles, including effective communication and transparent decision-making
- Align teams around shared goals and foster a strong sense of purpose
- Support continuous professional development to drive product excellence and innovation
- Proactively identify and remove barriers for developers to perform and grow
- Lead teams through everyday work in a rapidly changing and growing environment
Requirements
- Proven success as a leader in software development, with experience guiding and mentoring teams
- Strong technical expertise in software development processes and methodologies
- Relevant degree or education in software or robotic engineering or related field
- Hands-on software engineering experience
Benefits
- Dynamic and versatile role in a collaborative culture
- Opportunity to shape the future of Unicontrol's software offerings
- Supportive and skilled colleagues in Product Development
- Key player in a growing company during an exciting phase
- Strong team spirit and collective commitment to success
- Challenging technical projects addressing real-world issues
- Engaging work environment (including table tennis and table football)
How to Apply
- Applications are reviewed continuously; interviews are conducted as suitable candidates apply
- Apply as soon as possible
- Please mention in your application that you found the job at Jobindex
Unicontrol focuses on making advanced technologies user-friendly, with high precision sensors and advanced software for earthmoving machines. The company is part of Odense Robotics national cluster organization and operates in 27 countries with over 60 employees.
