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Senior Manager, Software Engineering


Job Location:

Perth - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 August 2026 (14 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!

Job Description Summary:

The Senior Manager Software Engineering will be assigned complex products or a full product line of solutions from the Rocket Software portfolio. The Senior Manager Software Engineering will be part of Rocket Softwares dynamic team of domain experts who work at a fast pace and who expect the best from their staff. This person will be responsible for a global team of software and/or quality engineers who are focused on building world class solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Engage with executive level leadership to accomplish strategic product developmentandqualitygoals
  • Inspires a culture of innovation within the team ensuring our leadership in the industry
  • Leading and setting direction for design and implementation of software features/functionalitytestingcorrection of defects and/or creation of new products
  • Responsible for leading the developmentand qualityassuranceteamsto review customer requirements holding design meetings conduct peer code reviews and ensuring the team is delivering the correct requirements
  • Coaching and mentoring team members of all skill levels to perform optimally
  • Building out the development and testingteams in the region and will be required to onboard your team and assist in training your new team members
  • Ensure that bug fixes are released in a timely manner and that the development team is responsive to the global technical support team
  • Implementing corporate policies regardingproductdevelopmentprocesses standards and automation and will ensure the development team is adhering to those standards to operate efficiently
  • Will be highly organized and detail-oriented and you must track the activity of all global developer and test staff members to ensure not only that customer expectations are met but also to plan for future innovation
  • Collaborate with other Rocketeers across geographies and technologies to ensure Rocket remains the leader in the industry

Required Qualifications/Skills:

  • Minimum6 yearsofexperience managing a team of technical engineers
  • Experienced in Mainframe Technologies
  • Customer advocacy with a focus on understanding customer needs fostering trusted relationships and delivering customer centric solutions.
  • Proven track record of synthesizing multiple internal and external sources of input into product requirements
  • Strong leadership skills and experience successfully leading a globally dispersed team
  • Experience in Agile development methodologies
  • Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills to deal professionally and collaboratively with all levels of the organization and across geographies

Information Security:

Information security is everyones responsibility. A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control according to their role.

Diversity Inclusion & Equity:

At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity diversity and equity in our workforce.

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Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.


At Rocket Software we believe AI is a critical enabler of innovation and productivity. All Rocketeers are expected to actively leverage AI-powered tools and technologies where appropriate to enhance efficiency improve decision-making and deliver greater impact in their roles. Embracing continuous learning and the responsible use of AI is an essential part of how we work.


As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.


Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please call: or send an email to We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.



If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!


Required Experience:

Senior Manager