Engineering Operations Sr Manager

Description

We are looking for a results-oriented Sr Engineering Operations Manager for our I5 Capital team. This position will work alongside the Engineering Leader, interact with leaders across Cox Automotive and be directly responsible for leading strategic initiatives intended to build a high performing software development organization, and providing operational support for existing engineering processes.

As part of the Cox Automotive family, I5 is building a connected suite of software solutions and services to help automotive dealers thrive in today's competitive online environment.

From vehicle inventory acquisition to vehicle merchandising and pricing to vehicle syndication to all of a dealer’s digital footprint.

Our Teams

Cox Automotive I5 team, with several locations around the US is comprised of versatile, hardworking, and creative thinkers with diverse skill sets, who can adapt to the rapid changes in the automotive and technology industries.

Our professionals are committed to changing the way people shop for and purchase vehicles through our connected digital software solutions.

The Job

We are looking for a results-oriented Sr Engineering Operations Manager for our I5 Capital team. This position will work alongside the Engineering Leader, interact with leaders across Cox Automotive and be directly responsible for leading strategic initiatives intended to build a high performing software development organization.

This role will drive improvements in engineering excellence, finance and resource management, internal communications, and will manage strategic initiatives.

The Sr Engineering Operations Manager will significantly impact the overall success of the organization by focusing on areas such as creating process baselines to measure improvement, gathering and developing key performance indicators, developing initiatives to improve coding and testing practices, developing operational models, capturing and developing strategic plans, and managing the overall operational rhythm of the business.

The ideal candidate will combine a vision of a high performing Engineering organization, a strong program management capability, and an extensive background in leading large multi-discipline organizations to create and deliver programs that result in improved operational excellence.

Your Role

• Partner with the Engineering Leader to develop critical operational initiatives
• Oversee the execution of strategic initiatives and participate in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement and incremental efficiencies
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to drive all aspects of full-time and contractor hiring for the organization
• Partner with finance and facilitate the financial management process, including financial planning, cost management, and resource cost tracking
• Manage the internal communications strategy
• Create a data-driven culture with respect to Engineering productivity and outcomes
• Develop, track and report on KPIs related to maintenance, product development, platform performance and platform stability
• Engage with Engineering leaders across scrum teams to execute on KPIs
• Manage key agile scaling initiatives across the Engineering organization

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 7+ years of experience, at least 3 years managing software development teams in an Agile environment
• Release Train level Scrum leadership experience
• Deep understanding of technology industry trends, emerging technologies, and software development best practices
• Comprehensive and expert knowledge of the interactive software development process
• Strong experience managing large-scale programs
• Working ability to set project schedules, deliverables, and manage budgets
• Exceptional program management skills with the ability to prioritize work in a changing environment
• Attention to detail, schedule awareness and ability to drive organizations to healthy and timely results
• Experience managing and guiding senior leadership via influence rather than command and control techniques
• Must be able to inspire and maintain a positive atmosphere of innovation and success across a diverse team of engineers
• Must possess an ability to build key business relationships and contribute to the emerging technology culture within Cox Automotive
• Experienced storyteller with a passion for creating and delivering innovative communication approaches to engineering audiences
• Manages confidentiality without exception

Drug Testing :

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position.

However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and / or in company vehicles is prohibited.

About Cox Automotive

At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more.

What’s more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!

About Cox

Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications is forging a better future for us all.

Ready to make your mark? Join us today!

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation / wellness days, and / or PTO).

For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants / employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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