General IT Systems Software Development

Senior Manager, Software Development and Biometrics Cloud Services

Hybrid from Pacific Time Zone

Must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship or transfer and possibly travel internationally.

About Us:

NEC Digital Platform delivers vision AI-based products, platforms, and services to the global market. Our solutions, including industry-leading NeoFace facial recognition technology, Iris recognition technology, video analytics, and digital ID platform and services, are used by governments and enterprises worldwide.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Software Development Manager to spearhead the development and delivery of cutting-edge vision AI products, platforms, and services. The ideal candidate will lead globally distributed engineering managers and software engineers, collaborating closely with product managers to deliver innovative global solutions. This role requires deep expertise in biometric technologies, including fingerprint, iris, facial, and voice recognition, as well as proficiency in encryption techniques, secure data transmission protocols, and data privacy regulations for biometric data.

The candidate will oversee the deployment of large-scale, mission-critical distributed systems, leveraging hands-on experience with biometrics capture devices and strong knowledge of ML/AI, ML infrastructure, and software development methodologies. Proficiency in  Python, Kotlin, Java, C++, Linux, and cloud architectures (GCP, AWS, Azure) is essential. The role demands strong partnership with senior management, product management, pre-sales, and marketing teams worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead product development teams, monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies as necessary.
• Foster a culture of agile software development, iterative development, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Ensure teams consistently achieve timeline commitments with high-quality products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, quality assurance, and operations, to drive effective software development and delivery.
• Act as a liaison between software development and other business units, ensuring alignment and effective communication.
• Prepare and share software development updates, progress reports, and project status to senior management and stakeholders.
• Deliver products for the global market that can be used across different market segments.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software development to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top software engineering talent, ensuring a diverse and high-performing team.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and career development opportunities to team members.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.

This list is intended only as a guide and summary of the typical functions of the position. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties to which the employee may be assigned. An employee’s supervisor may ask the employee to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This list is neither complete nor permanent and may be amended at any time in the Company’s sole discretion.

Experience and Expertise:

• At least 15 years of professional experience managing high-performance, technical teams, and experience working with distributed teams across multiple global locations.
• At least 8 years of experience in biometrics technology, and identity products and services.
• Proven experience in various biometric technologies such as fingerprint recognition, iris recognition, facial recognition, voice recognition, and other biometrics modalities.
• Proven experience in developing and deploying very large biometrics matchers and components.
• Proven experience in delivering large-scale distributed systems and mission-critical systems.
• Experience in encryption techniques, secure data transmission protocols, and data privacy regulations relevant to biometric data.
• Experience in biometrics capture devices and associated challenges and limitations.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, frameworks, and best practices, and experience in ML/AI and ML Infrastructure.
• Experience in Python, Kotlin, Java, and C++ development is required.
• Solid knowledge of Linux and cloud architecture (GCP, AWS, Azure) is required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required
   

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 to $190,000 with a target annual 20% bonus; depending upon the selected candidate’s relevant experience, the exact salary for the role may fall outside of this range. This role will also be eligible to participate in the Company’s bonus/incentive program(s). NEC offers an extensive benefits program and the role will also include, a Health Insurance package with options that include multiple Medical and Dental coverage options, Pharmacy Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Salary Continuation and Voluntary Long-Term Disability Coverage, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Adoption Assistance Program, 401(k) with a 50% match up to 6% of employee contribution, 15 PTO days, 10 paid sick days, 11 paid public holidays, Continuing Education and Tuition Reimbursement, 2 paid Community Service Days, a Travel Assistance Program, Pre-Paid Legal plans.

ABOUT NEC CORPORATION OF AMERICA

Headquartered in Irving, Texas, NEC Corporation of America (NEC) is a leading technology integrator providing solutions that improve the way people work and communicate. NEC creates the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential.

With a global team of 100,000, and 64,000+ technology patents, we deliver one of the industry’s strongest and most innovative portfolios of communications, analytics, security, biometrics, and technology solutions that unleash customers’ productivity potential. Through these solutions, NEC combines its best-in-class solutions and technology to solve today’s most complex business problems. NEC Corporation of America is a wholly owned subsidiary of NEC Corporation, a global technology leader with a presence in 140 countries and $27 billion in revenues. Backed by 123 years of innovation and experience, NEC knows what it takes to change and stay ahead of technology's continuous evolution. It is our capability to leverage decades of award-winning technologies and research that has enabled NEC to remain an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) leader and through problem resolution, bring new value to people, organizations, and society.

NEC Corporation of America and its subsidiaries is committed to the maximum utilization of all human resources and the goal of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic characteristics, height, weight, arrest record pertaining to misdemeanors or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, or any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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