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Software Engineering Manager

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mcmastercarr logoMcmastercarr · Chicago
$240K–$310K/yrFull-timeOn-site4w ago
JavaLeadershipSystem Design
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McMaster-Carr is a leading e-commerce company that industrial customers have trusted for over 120 years. Our products help them get manufacturing lines back up quickly, keep operations running smoothly, and prototype the next generation of innovative solutions. We earn and keep that trust by offering the right products, making them easy to find, and delivering them fast, so our customers can solve problems with greater speed, precision, and ease. Our industry-leading e-commerce experience, indispensable product selection, and world-class service bring hundreds of thousands of customers to our site each day. But we're never standing still. Our curious, exceptional people are at the heart of our evolution. They turn new challenges and disruptive technologies into opportunities to refine our operations, expand our offering, and deliver a better experience for every customer.

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects from start to finish - Own the full lifecycle, break down work, and guide your team through changing priorities.
  • Develop great engineers - Coach teammates, foster inclusive culture, and support professional development.
  • Champion technical excellence - Shape designs, evaluate trade-offs, and ensure systems are reliable and scalable.
  • Collaborate across the company - Partner with stakeholders, share context, and communicate clearly to drive alignment while keeping customer needs at the center of all you do.
  • This role is a path to senior leadership, with progress driven by the impact of your work (not your tenure).

Requirements

  • You're energized by shaping direction and rolling up your sleeves to drive results. You thrive in ambiguity, take ownership of meaningful outcomes, and bring others with you by building trust, sharing context, and solving problems through collaboration.
  • Cash Compensation
  • Total cash compensation is generally around $240,000 to $310,000 and includes a profit sharing based on company profitability.
  • You will also receive a relocation stipend and signing bonus.

Benefits

Growth & Learning100% tuition reimbursementInformal and formal mentorshipEmployee resource groupsHealth & WellbeingMedical, dental, pharmacy, and vision plans with no monthly premiumsInclusive, all-gender benefitsFamily & FuturePaid parental leave for all new parentsAdoption and surrogacy assistanceFirst-time home buyer assistanceIndustry-leading company-funded retirement accountsTime OffPaid vacation and personal timeEqual Opportunity EmployerThis position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship by McMaster-Carr.Data We CollectHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offPerformance bonusParental leave

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