Job Description
We are seeking a collaborative and empathetic Manager to join the Red Hat Information Technology Training and Certifications organization. In this role, you will lead a remote, cross-functional team of IT professionals in delivering Red Hat's renowned global training and certification services. Were seeking a people-centered leader with a strong technical foundation whos passionate about enabling teams, solving problems, and delivering thoughtful, scalable solutions.This is an opportunity to lead with purpose, to foster a culture of psychological safety and continuous learning, and to help shape systems that impact learners around the world.
What will you do:Lead a distributed team of IT professionals, including Software Application Engineers, Quality Assurance Engineers, Business Systems Analysts, Support Technicians, and/or Scrum Masters Provide coaching, mentorship, and regular performance feedback to help team members grow and thrive Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to shape roadmaps, plan releases, evaluate and leverage vendor partnerships, and negotiate vendor contracts Align project goals with team capacity, define clear requirements, and ensure healthy delivery practices Maintain open, proactive communication with stakeholders and senior leaders about business goals, progress, risks, and decision points Guide the technical direction of the teams systems, emphasizing sustainable/automated practices, code quality, and customer experience Champion knowledge-sharing, documentation, and process improvement to support long-term success Oversee IT initiatives such as system upgrades, software implementations, and infrastructure enhancements Help define and uphold IT policies and procedures that promote secure, reliable systems Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify and address security vulnerabilities or issues with data privacy and/or system integrity Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, such as GDPR and PII initiatives Stay engaged with new technologies and practices to keep our systems evolving in step with the industry What will you bring:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree preferred 5-7 years of experience in software engineering or a comparable technical field, enabling you to effectively support and guide technical teams 1-3 years of experience as a people manager of a technical team 1-3 years of experience leading Agile teams, ideally with Jira implementation experience A track record of managing IT operations, systems, or teams; experience in training or learner-facing platforms is a bonus Working knowledge of IT infrastructure, security standards, and modern software development practices Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and adapt in a dynamic environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to building trust and alignment both among direct reports and across diverse teams Relevant certifications in technology and/or project management are a plus About Red Hatis the worlds leading provider of enterprise software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.
Inclusion at Red HatRed Hats culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.
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Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & Consulting
Functional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QA
Role Category: Software Development
Role: Engineering Manager
Employement Type: Full time
Contact Details:
Company: Red Hat
Location(s): Bengaluru
Keyskills:
software development
training
software engineering
agile
jira
project management
information technology
microsoft azure
networking
software installation
open source
software implementation
technical support
java
linux
scrum
aws
cloud computing
Manager, Software Engineering (IT Training and Certifications)
