Senior Manager, Software Engineering

About the Company At Future Secure AI, we're building something genuinely new — and we're looking for people bold enough to build it with us. We work at the frontier of AI, tackling big, real-world problems for global enterprises across multiple industries, armed with state-of-the-art technology and a culture that prizes courage, rigor, and relentless curiosity. Our BRAVER values aren't just words on a wall — they describe the kind of people we are and the standard we hold ourselves to every day. Our leadership team is entrepreneurial, experienced, and accessible, with an open-door policy that means you'll never be just a number here. We invest seriously in your growth because we know our success depends on yours. If you're ready to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, push into uncharted territory, and do work that genuinely matters, Future Secure AI is the place for you. About the Role We are looking for a Senior Manager of Engineering t o build, scale, and lead the software development organization. This is a people-first, execution-focused leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering excellence, delivery ownership, and responsible AI-first development. Responsibilities Build and lead a high-performing software development organization across multiple teams Hire, develop, and retain top-tier engineering talent; establish clear career paths and expectations Coach engineering managers and technical leads to scale leadership and accountability Foster a culture of ownership, quality, and continuous improvement Own software delivery outcomes: predictability, quality, and velocity Establish and evolve development processes that scale with the organization Ensure teams execute independently while aligning to shared standards and priorities Drive clarity around ownership, dependencies, and delivery commitments Set and uphold high standards for code quality, testing, documentation, and operational readiness Ensure software is reliable, observable, and supportable in production Partner with Architecture to align implementation with platform standards and long-term direction Collaborate with Product leadership to shape how we build the engine that powers our AI digital workers Lead incident response from an execution and learning perspective Champion AI-first development practices across the software lifecycle, including coding, testing, documentation, and operations Define and enforce guardrails for safe, ethical, and compliant use of AI in development workflows Partner with Architecture, Security, and Legal to ensure AI-enabled workflows meet enterprise and regulatory expectations Promote transparency, auditability, and human oversight in AI-assisted workflows Minimum Qualifications 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, including senior leadership roles Proven track record building and scaling software development teams and managers Strong understanding of modern software development practices and team structures Direct experience leading multiple teams in parallel Demonstrated ability to operate across strategic planning and day-to-day execution Preferred Qualifications Experience leading engineering in an AI-native or AI-first product company Familiarity with responsible AI frameworks and enterprise compliance requirements Experience establishing engineering standards across code quality, testing, documentation, and operational readiness Hands-on background in incident response, post-mortems, and reliability practices Why Join Us? Impactful Work:   Be part of a team that’s building the future of work and empowering people through AI Innovation:   Work with cutting-edge machine learning technology and contribute to a rapidly evolving platform Growth Opportunities:   We are a fast-growing company with ample opportunities for professional development Collaborative Culture:   Join a team of passionate and talented individuals Competitive Compensation and Benefits:   We offer a comprehensive package to reward your contributions Disclaimer: We do not wish to be contacted by recruitment agencies. Our hiring process is managed in-house and the best way for candidates to express interest is by applying with your resume through our company website. Future Secure AI Privacy Policy At Future Secure AI, we are committed to protecting your privacy and adhering to the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data when you visit our website at   www.futuresecure.ai   (the "Website") and use our services.