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Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Software Engineering Manager

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In-Office
Denver, CO, USA
141K-212K Annually
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Denver, CO, USA
141K-212K Annually
Expert/Leader
Lead and manage a software engineering team (front-end, back-end, full-stack) to design, build, secure, and deliver cloud-native solutions. Drive agile/DevSecOps practices, migrate monoliths, build APIs, align engineering roadmaps with business goals, manage hiring, performance, budgets, and stakeholder communication.
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At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Position Summary

At MPC, we are embarking on a transformative journey, creating the next generation of digital products and platforms. These products and platforms are envisioned to provide a best-in-class experience to end users. 

The Software Engineering Manager role is responsible for leading and managing the team of software engineers containing front-end, backend and full-stack engineers. The focus of the Software Engineering Manager will be on developing the people and processes that contribute to the timely delivery of innovative, secure, and high-quality solutions.  This role will partner with DevSecOps and Software Architecture teams within MPC.  This role will be a hands-on manager for the team to ensure the successful design, development, testing, and maintenance of high-quality solutions to support the MPC business. 

To ensure success as a Software Engineering Manager, you should have extensive experience in software engineering in dynamic environments with emerging technologies, while possessing the ability to solve complex business problems using technology. The Software Engineering Manager should also develop a deep understanding of how our products are built and contribute technically to solutions.  The Software Engineering Manager should also foster a strong working relationship with the various Product Leaders and Discipline Leaders across the organization to support optimal outcomes for our business.

The Software Engineering Manager should lead, guide, and set direction for the software engineering team. The Software Engineering Manager will also be responsible for employee development, performance reviews, pay reviews, and staffing decisions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manages daily operations of the team, providing guidance, mentorship, and driving culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Oversees recruitment, development, retention, and performance to build strong talent.
  • Plans and leads low- to medium-complexity IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and adhere to quality standards.
  • Ensures the availability, reliability, and security of technology systems. Collaborates with key stakeholders and internal groups to identify needs, deliver effective solutions, and support business objectives.
  • Drives excellence in software delivery using agile methodologies and DevSecOps principles, ensuring fast, frequent, and secure product releases with operational excellence.
  • Establishes and aligns engineering roadmaps with business objectives, participates in architectural discussions, and ensures consistency across solutions.
  • Communicates effectively with stakeholders at all levels, fostering feedback loops and providing clear updates on delivery progress, risks, and achievements.
  • Leads the team through change and transformation initiatives.
  • Manage budgets, track metrics, ensure compliance with IT policies and standards and identify opportunities for technology adoption and process optimization.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other computer-related degree required.
  • 10+ years of diversified IT experience required.
  • Three (3) or more years of direct or indirect leadership experience required.
  • Strong understanding of software development design and Agile practices/methodologies
  • Excellent knowledge of software reliability best practices and automated testing is preferred. 
  • Excellent knowledge of C++, C# or Java, Python, JavaScript, Blazor or ReactJS or Angular
  • Excellent knowledge of DBMS as well as TSQL or PL/SQL 
  • Working knowledge of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Azure DevOps), Infrastructure as Code concepts, and application security practices preferred.
  • Experience migrating monolithic architectures to a modern technology stack
  • Experience developing for cloud-native solutions (i.e., Azure).
  • Strong Experience with development platforms (i.e., Azure, Salesforce, Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience in building APIs for both internal and external products.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, decision making and communication skills.
  • Background and experience in Oil & Gas industry preferred
Skills
  • Strategic Outlook - Examines issues, generates ideas, creates future scenarios, and develops plans with a long-term perspective. Ensures short-term goals support long-term strategy and that organizational/functional strategy aligns with and supports MPC’s overall business strategy.
  • Business Acumen - Applies knowledge of MPC’s business, industry, and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals. Makes decisions and recommendations clearly linked to MPC’s strategy.
  • Results Driven - Drives operational and process excellence and innovative behavior by empowering others, collaborating, taking appropriate risks, making timely decisions, and holding people accountable for results.
  • Authentic Communicator - Expresses ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, clearly and credibly. Listens to understand and fosters constructive dialogue.
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset - Identifies and leads opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation, both incremental and large-scale.
  • Energizing the Organization - Creates a purposeful, engaged, optimistic workforce.
  • Ongoing Learning & Self-Development - Regularly determines new areas for learning and acquires strategies and best practices for gaining/improving knowledge, behaviors, and skills.
  • Selecting and Developing People - Recognizes and selects high caliber talent, accurately assesses abilities and potential, coaches to develop capabilities and builds high- performing teams.
  • Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making – Applies data to make informed decisions with a priority on using real-time data, analytics, and insights to optimize operations, improve safety, and enhance the company's competitive edge.
  • Digital Awareness – Actively explore, learn, and implement emerging digital tools, technologies, and trends. Involves seeking out new information, asking insightful questions, and testing innovative approaches to understand how digital solutions can create value, improve processes, or enhance experiences. Demonstrates openness to change, continuous learning, and adapting to the evolving digital landscape.
  • Influencing Others - The ability to garner support for initiatives by gaining the respect of others and inspiring trust and confidence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other computer-related degree required. ​
• 10+ years of diversified IT experience​
• 3+ years of direct or indirect leadership experience

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Houston TX One Allen Center

Job Requisition ID:

00022784

Pay Min/Max:

$141,300.00 - $212,000.00 Salary

Grade:

13

Location Address:

500 Dallas St Ste 2900

Additional locations:

Denver, Colorado, Findlay, Ohio, San Antonio, Texas

Education:

Bachelors: Information Technology (Required)

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

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