Manager Software Engineering

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewThe Evidence and Devices Engineering team is responsible for Motorola Solutions’ body cameras, vehicle cameras and evidence management software leveraged in public safety and enterprise applications worldwide.
We are a thriving and growing company in search of a Software Engineering Manager to join our evidence management team in Edinburgh, Scotland. This full-time position offers the opportunity to play a significant role in the management and growth of our software engineering projects.
Job Description

We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join our growing team. In this hybrid role you will lead a talented group of engineers to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software products, while fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, providing guidance and support in their professional development.

• Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions.

• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and ensure alignment on deliverables.

• Drive technical decisions and best practices, ensuring that the team follows industry standards for coding, testing, and documentation.

• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring the team meets deadlines and maintains high-quality standards.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and promoting knowledge sharing.

• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career development for team members.

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks or challenges hindering the team.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 2+ years of experience managing and leading engineering teams.

• Professional experience in software development.

• Proven ability to oversee the design and development of scalable, reliable software applications.

• Strong knowledge of software engineering best practices, including agile methodologies.

• Experience with cloud platforms.

• Excellent communication skills.

• A track record of collaborating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Proven experience of mentoring and coaching engineering talent.

In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching and development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get:

• Competitive salary and bonus schemes.

• Two weeks additional pay per year (holiday bonus).

• 25 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays. 

• Attractive defined contribution pension scheme.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Life assurance.

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

• Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities.

• Employee health and wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing guidance etc.

• Carbon neutral initiatives/goals.

• Corporate social responsibility initiatives including support for volunteering days.

• Well known companies discount scheme.

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Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanYes

CompanyMotorola Solutions UK Limited

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].