Senior Level Lead Design Engineer Jobs
Senior level lead design engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of technical direction, design system ownership, and the cross-functional teams or projects that deliver complex products. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions, and employers like Rippling, Horrocks, and BKF Engineers hiring at this level now.
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About the job
The Wissen team continues to expand its footprint in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and India. More openings to come as we continue to grow the team! Please read below for a brilliant career opportunity.
Role: Manhattan Solution Architect / Design Lead
Title: VP
Location: Charlotte, NC
Experience: 10+ Years
Work type - C2H(6 Months)
Mode of Work: Onsite 3-4 days per week
We are looking for an experienced Manhattan Solution Architect / Design Lead with deep expertise in Manhattan Warehouse Management System (Manhattan WMS) to lead solution design, architecture, and implementation initiatives. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of Manhattan product capabilities, configurations, extensions, and system behavior, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, efficient, and sustainable Manhattan solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end solution architecture and design for Manhattan WMS implementations, enhancements, and integrations.
- Demonstrate deep understanding of Manhattan product functionality, configuration capabilities, extensions, customization, and underlying system behavior.
- Translate complex business requirements and warehouse operational processes into effective Manhattan solution designs.
- Evaluate different Manhattan configuration options and recommend the most appropriate design based on business needs, system capabilities, scalability, and performance.
- Understand the functional nuances and downstream implications of design decisions, including differences between Pack Location capacity tracking and Pick-to-Pack Location limitations.
- Define solution architecture, functional specifications, technical design documents, and integration approaches.
- Identify gaps between standard Manhattan product capabilities and business requirements, recommending configuration, extensions, or custom development wherever necessary.
- Provide architectural guidance on warehouse processes such as receiving, putaway, replenishment, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, and order fulfillment.
- Assess the impact of proposed design changes across interconnected Manhattan WMS modules and downstream/upstream systems.
- Work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, functional consultants, developers, integration teams, and QA teams to ensure successful solution delivery.
- Review and validate functional and technical designs to ensure alignment with architectural standards and best practices.
- Drive design discussions, solution walkthroughs, technical reviews, and architecture decision-making sessions.
- Identify potential risks, design dependencies, performance bottlenecks, and operational challenges early in the solution lifecycle.
- Support development, testing, deployment, and production teams by providing architectural clarifications and resolving complex design-related issues.
- Ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, configurable, and aligned with Manhattan product capabilities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Extensive hands-on experience with Manhattan WMS, preferably Manhattan Active WM and/or Manhattan SCALE.
- Strong understanding of Manhattan WMS architecture, configuration, extensions, customization, and product capabilities.
- Proven experience in solution architecture, functional design, and technical design leadership.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management processes, including inbound, outbound, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and replenishment.
- Ability to understand detailed product behavior and evaluate the impact of different configuration and design choices.
- Experience translating business requirements into functional solution designs and architectural specifications.
- Strong understanding of warehouse location types, location configuration, capacity management, inventory allocation, and picking strategies.
- Experience identifying gaps in standard product functionality and recommending appropriate solution approaches.
- Understanding of system integrations, APIs, middleware, and interfaces between Manhattan WMS and ERP, TMS, OMS, and other enterprise applications.
- Experience with solution documentation, architecture diagrams, functional specifications, and design reviews.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits:
- Healthcare insurance for you and your family (medical, dental, vision).
- Short / Long term disability insurance.
- Life Insurance.
- Accidental death & disability Insurance.
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off.
- Support and fee coverage for immigration needs.
- Remote office set up stipend.
- Support for industry certifications.
- Additional cash incentives.
- Re-skilling opportunities to transition between technologies.
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Mode:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Full-time
We are:
A high end technical consulting firm built and run by highly qualified technologists. Our workforce consists of 5000+ highly skilled professionals, with leadership from Wharton, MIT, IITs, IIMs, and NITs and decades of experience at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, Verizon, British Telecom, ISRO etc. Without any external funding or investments, Wissen Technology has grown its revenues by 100% every other year since it started as a subsidiary of Wissen Group in 2015. We have a global presence with offices in the US, India, UK, Australia, Mexico, and Canada.
You are:
A true tech or domain ninja. Or both. Comfortable working in a quickly growing profitable startup, have a “can do” attitude and are willing to take on any task thrown your way.
You will:
- Develop and promote the company’s culture of engineering excellence.
- Define, develop and deliver solutions at a top tier investment bank or another esteemed client.
- Perform other duties as needed
Your Education and Experience:
- We value candidates who can execute on our vision and help us build an industry-leading organization.
- Graduate-level degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field
Wissen embraces diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We believe that the more inclusive our team is, the better our work will be. All qualified applicants, including but not limited to LGBTQ+, Minorities, Females, the Disabled, and Veterans, are encouraged to apply.
About Wissen Technology:
The Wissen Group was founded in the year 2000. Wissen Technology, a part of Wissen Group, was established in the year 2015. Wissen Technology is a specialized technology company that delivers high-end consulting for diverse industries, including Banking, E-commerce, Telecom, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Energy. We help clients build world-class products. We have offices in the US, India (Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Gurugram, Mumbai, Pune), UK, Australia, Mexico, Vietnam, and Canada. We empower businesses with a dynamic portfolio of services and accelerators tailored to today’s digital demands and based on future ready technology stack. Our services include Industry Leading Custom Software Development, AI-Driven Software Engineering, Generative AI & Machine Learning, Real-Time Data Analytics & Insights, Interactive Data Visualization & Decision Intelligence, Intelligent Process Automation, Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Strategies, Cross-Platform Mobile Experiences, CI/CD-Powered Agile DevOps, Automated Quality Engineering, and cutting-edge integrations. Certified as a Great Place to Work® for five consecutive years (2020-2025) and recognized as a Top 20 AI/ML vendor by CIO Insider, Wissen Group has delivered multimillion-dollar projects for over 20 Fortune 500 companies. Wissen Technology delivers exceptional value on mission-critical projects through thought leadership, ownership, and reliable, high-quality, on-time delivery. Our industry-leading technical expertise stem from the talented professionals we attract. Committed to fostering their growth and providing top-tier career opportunities, Wissen ensures an outstanding experience and value for our clients and employees.
We Value:
- Perfection: Pursuit of excellence through continuous improvement.
- Curiosity: Fostering continuous learning and exploration.
- Respect: Valuing diversity and mutual respect.
- Integrity: Commitment to ethical conduct and transparency.
- Transparency: Open communication and trust.
About the job
The Wissen team continues to expand its footprint in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and India. More openings to come as we continue to grow the team! Please read below for a brilliant career opportunity.
Role: Manhattan Solution Architect / Design Lead
Title: VP
Location: Charlotte, NC
Experience: 10+ Years
Work type - C2H(6 Months)
Mode of Work: Onsite 3-4 days per week
We are looking for an experienced Manhattan Solution Architect / Design Lead with deep expertise in Manhattan Warehouse Management System (Manhattan WMS) to lead solution design, architecture, and implementation initiatives. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of Manhattan product capabilities, configurations, extensions, and system behavior, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, efficient, and sustainable Manhattan solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end solution architecture and design for Manhattan WMS implementations, enhancements, and integrations.
- Demonstrate deep understanding of Manhattan product functionality, configuration capabilities, extensions, customization, and underlying system behavior.
- Translate complex business requirements and warehouse operational processes into effective Manhattan solution designs.
- Evaluate different Manhattan configuration options and recommend the most appropriate design based on business needs, system capabilities, scalability, and performance.
- Understand the functional nuances and downstream implications of design decisions, including differences between Pack Location capacity tracking and Pick-to-Pack Location limitations.
- Define solution architecture, functional specifications, technical design documents, and integration approaches.
- Identify gaps between standard Manhattan product capabilities and business requirements, recommending configuration, extensions, or custom development wherever necessary.
- Provide architectural guidance on warehouse processes such as receiving, putaway, replenishment, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, and order fulfillment.
- Assess the impact of proposed design changes across interconnected Manhattan WMS modules and downstream/upstream systems.
- Work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, functional consultants, developers, integration teams, and QA teams to ensure successful solution delivery.
- Review and validate functional and technical designs to ensure alignment with architectural standards and best practices.
- Drive design discussions, solution walkthroughs, technical reviews, and architecture decision-making sessions.
- Identify potential risks, design dependencies, performance bottlenecks, and operational challenges early in the solution lifecycle.
- Support development, testing, deployment, and production teams by providing architectural clarifications and resolving complex design-related issues.
- Ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, configurable, and aligned with Manhattan product capabilities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Extensive hands-on experience with Manhattan WMS, preferably Manhattan Active WM and/or Manhattan SCALE.
- Strong understanding of Manhattan WMS architecture, configuration, extensions, customization, and product capabilities.
- Proven experience in solution architecture, functional design, and technical design leadership.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management processes, including inbound, outbound, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and replenishment.
- Ability to understand detailed product behavior and evaluate the impact of different configuration and design choices.
- Experience translating business requirements into functional solution designs and architectural specifications.
- Strong understanding of warehouse location types, location configuration, capacity management, inventory allocation, and picking strategies.
- Experience identifying gaps in standard product functionality and recommending appropriate solution approaches.
- Understanding of system integrations, APIs, middleware, and interfaces between Manhattan WMS and ERP, TMS, OMS, and other enterprise applications.
- Experience with solution documentation, architecture diagrams, functional specifications, and design reviews.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits:
- Healthcare insurance for you and your family (medical, dental, vision).
- Short / Long term disability insurance.
- Life Insurance.
- Accidental death & disability Insurance.
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off.
- Support and fee coverage for immigration needs.
- Remote office set up stipend.
- Support for industry certifications.
- Additional cash incentives.
- Re-skilling opportunities to transition between technologies.
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Mode:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Full-time
We are:
A high end technical consulting firm built and run by highly qualified technologists. Our workforce consists of 5000+ highly skilled professionals, with leadership from Wharton, MIT, IITs, IIMs, and NITs and decades of experience at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, MSCI, Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, Verizon, British Telecom, ISRO etc. Without any external funding or investments, Wissen Technology has grown its revenues by 100% every other year since it started as a subsidiary of Wissen Group in 2015. We have a global presence with offices in the US, India, UK, Australia, Mexico, and Canada.
You are:
A true tech or domain ninja. Or both. Comfortable working in a quickly growing profitable startup, have a “can do” attitude and are willing to take on any task thrown your way.
You will:
- Develop and promote the company’s culture of engineering excellence.
- Define, develop and deliver solutions at a top tier investment bank or another esteemed client.
- Perform other duties as needed
Your Education and Experience:
- We value candidates who can execute on our vision and help us build an industry-leading organization.
- Graduate-level degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field
Wissen embraces diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We believe that the more inclusive our team is, the better our work will be. All qualified applicants, including but not limited to LGBTQ+, Minorities, Females, the Disabled, and Veterans, are encouraged to apply.
About Wissen Technology:
The Wissen Group was founded in the year 2000. Wissen Technology, a part of Wissen Group, was established in the year 2015. Wissen Technology is a specialized technology company that delivers high-end consulting for diverse industries, including Banking, E-commerce, Telecom, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Energy. We help clients build world-class products. We have offices in the US, India (Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Gurugram, Mumbai, Pune), UK, Australia, Mexico, Vietnam, and Canada. We empower businesses with a dynamic portfolio of services and accelerators tailored to today’s digital demands and based on future ready technology stack. Our services include Industry Leading Custom Software Development, AI-Driven Software Engineering, Generative AI & Machine Learning, Real-Time Data Analytics & Insights, Interactive Data Visualization & Decision Intelligence, Intelligent Process Automation, Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Strategies, Cross-Platform Mobile Experiences, CI/CD-Powered Agile DevOps, Automated Quality Engineering, and cutting-edge integrations. Certified as a Great Place to Work® for five consecutive years (2020-2025) and recognized as a Top 20 AI/ML vendor by CIO Insider, Wissen Group has delivered multimillion-dollar projects for over 20 Fortune 500 companies. Wissen Technology delivers exceptional value on mission-critical projects through thought leadership, ownership, and reliable, high-quality, on-time delivery. Our industry-leading technical expertise stem from the talented professionals we attract. Committed to fostering their growth and providing top-tier career opportunities, Wissen ensures an outstanding experience and value for our clients and employees.
We Value:
- Perfection: Pursuit of excellence through continuous improvement.
- Curiosity: Fostering continuous learning and exploration.
- Respect: Valuing diversity and mutual respect.
- Integrity: Commitment to ethical conduct and transparency.
- Transparency: Open communication and trust.
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Senior Level Lead Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level lead design engineer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for engineers who have owned design decisions end-to-end, not just executed them. Demonstrating that you have set technical direction, resolved cross-functional conflicts, and mentored less experienced engineers gives you a clear edge. A portfolio that shows system-level thinking, measurable outcomes, and design rationale carries more weight than credentials alone at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level lead design engineers?
Companies hiring senior level lead design engineers right now include Rippling, Horrocks, and BKF Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large OEMs, specialized engineering firms, and growth-stage product companies that need engineers who can lead without close supervision.
Are there remote senior level lead design engineer jobs?
Yes, though the role often involves cross-functional collaboration that favors hybrid or on-site arrangements. About 38% of senior level lead design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for candidates who can demonstrate strong asynchronous communication and independent project ownership at this level.
What makes a lead design engineer role senior level?
Senior level lead design engineer roles are defined by scope, ownership, and influence rather than task execution. You are expected to set the technical approach for complex projects, make binding design decisions, and ensure junior and mid-level engineers develop the skills to deliver. The difference from mid-level is the expectation that you identify problems before they are assigned to you and drive resolution independently.
Which industries hire the most senior level lead design engineers?
Senior Level lead design engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they require engineers who can navigate regulatory constraints, complex supply chains, or advanced product development cycles that demand deep technical judgment and leadership experience.