At Jabil (NYSE: JBL) we are proud to be a trusted partner for the worlds top brands offering comprehensive engineering supply chain and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Position Summary
Experienced Software Manager to lead a team of robotics software engineers developing cutting-edge solutions for robotic be capable of guiding teams through the full software lifecyclerequirements development integration testing and validationwhile ensuring alignment with system-level goals and delivery a strong technical leader with a proven track record of on-time delivery of high-quality software combined with exceptional people leadership planning and execution skills.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design development and deployment of software for robotics platforms (e.g. autonomy perception controls embedded systems).
Provide hands-on technical guidance and architectural oversight to ensure scalable reliable and maintainable solutions.
Manage mentor and grow a team of robotics software engineers.
Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability collaboration and continuous improvement.
Conduct regular performance evaluations career development planning and coaching for team members.
Break down complex initiatives into actionable work packages and ensure proper work sizing and estimation.
Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software that integrates effectively with hardware systems and broader robotics platforms.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional and business teams to align on requirements system interfaces and project status.
Ensure validation processes confirm system performance reliability and safety requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in test automation and coverage.
Ensure adherence to engineering standards safety requirements and regulatory considerations (if applicable).
Required Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering
7 years of professional product software development experience
Prior experience leading or mentoring software engineers
Familiarity of C and Python programming languages
Ability to size and manage software engineering work
On-site in Lexington Kentucky
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ROS or ROS2 Linux-based systems and distributed architectures.
Familiarity with simulation environments
Experience deploying AI/ML models for perception or autonomy (particularly on NVIDIA hardware).
Background in computer vision motion planning or control systems.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts and status to diverse stakeholders.
Knowledge of DevOps practices cloud integration and edge computing.
Experience managing software deliverables through issue tracking and ALM tools such as JIRA.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number birth certificate financial institution drivers license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline () the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline () and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil including its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to or calling with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL) we are proud to be a trusted partner for the worlds top brands offering comprehensive engineering supply chain and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide Jabil combines global reach with local experti...
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL) we are proud to be a trusted partner for the worlds top brands offering comprehensive engineering supply chain and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Position Summary
Experienced Software Manager to lead a team of robotics software engineers developing cutting-edge solutions for robotic be capable of guiding teams through the full software lifecyclerequirements development integration testing and validationwhile ensuring alignment with system-level goals and delivery a strong technical leader with a proven track record of on-time delivery of high-quality software combined with exceptional people leadership planning and execution skills.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design development and deployment of software for robotics platforms (e.g. autonomy perception controls embedded systems).
Provide hands-on technical guidance and architectural oversight to ensure scalable reliable and maintainable solutions.
Manage mentor and grow a team of robotics software engineers.
Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability collaboration and continuous improvement.
Conduct regular performance evaluations career development planning and coaching for team members.
Break down complex initiatives into actionable work packages and ensure proper work sizing and estimation.
Ensure timely delivery of high-quality software that integrates effectively with hardware systems and broader robotics platforms.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional and business teams to align on requirements system interfaces and project status.
Ensure validation processes confirm system performance reliability and safety requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in test automation and coverage.
Ensure adherence to engineering standards safety requirements and regulatory considerations (if applicable).
Required Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering
7 years of professional product software development experience
Prior experience leading or mentoring software engineers
Familiarity of C and Python programming languages
Ability to size and manage software engineering work
On-site in Lexington Kentucky
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ROS or ROS2 Linux-based systems and distributed architectures.
Familiarity with simulation environments
Experience deploying AI/ML models for perception or autonomy (particularly on NVIDIA hardware).
Background in computer vision motion planning or control systems.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts and status to diverse stakeholders.
Knowledge of DevOps practices cloud integration and edge computing.
Experience managing software deliverables through issue tracking and ALM tools such as JIRA.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number birth certificate financial institution drivers license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline () the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline () and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil including its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to or calling with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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