Principal Software Engineer Manager - Windows Validation and Quality Engineering
Core
Define and drive a strategy to transform existing validation solutions into a cohesive, AI-powered validation ecosystem, balancing near-term delivery with long-term transformation.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer Manager (Validation & Quality Engineering)
Builds
AI-powered validation ecosystem, validation platforms, automation frameworks, and unified operating models
Domain
Software Engineering, Validation Engineering, Quality Engineering, AI/ML
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Technical strategy definition, AI-powered workflow design, vendor/contractor program leadership, large-scale system architecture, portfolio management, people management, risk reduction, engineering transformation
Preferred skills
Responsible AI principles, agentic systems, coverage measurement, financial planning, senior leader influence
Technologies
C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, AI/ML frameworks, automation frameworks, telemetry systems
Responsibilities
Establish architecture, software quality, reliability, observability, security, privacy, and operational readiness practices for validation platforms; Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team; Provide leadership and governance for vendor and contractor-delivered validation programs; Evaluate existing validation programs to identify modernization and consolidation opportunities; Unify validation results and metrics into clearer views of engineering confidence.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
