Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Arizona
Software Engineering Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, concentrated in enterprise software, defense and aerospace technology, semiconductor manufacturing, and financial services, with openings at every level from newly promoted team leads through senior directors of engineering. Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by established employers such as Intel, American Express, and Raytheon Technologies, all of which maintain large Arizona engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are cloud infrastructure management, agile delivery leadership, and embedded systems team management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
Job's mission
As a Principal Engineer in Software Engineering, you will play a key technical role in developing the software that directly powers ASM’s advanced semiconductor equipment. Your work will have an immediate, visible impact on highly complex semiconductor systems combining robotics, motion control, thermal systems, and process intelligence.
In this role, you will provide technical leadership across software design, architecture, development, integration, and release execution. You will work closely with software, hardware, process, and system engineering teams to deliver robust equipment software while helping evolve our software architecture and engineering practices for future product generations.
- Provide technical leadership for the design, development, integration, and delivery of software for advanced packaging and hybrid bonding equipment.
- Contribute to and influence software architecture decisions supporting product scalability, maintainability, performance, and long-term evolution.
- Develop and maintain high-quality software, with strong hands-on involvement in C++ design, implementation, troubleshooting, and code review.
- Lead technically complex software features and subsystems from requirements through implementation, integration, validation, and release.
- Support software development planning and execution across product releases and software baselines.
- Collaborate closely with software quality teams to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Work cross-functionally with process engineering, hardware engineering, controls, and system integration teams to deliver tightly integrated equipment software.
- Diagnose and resolve complex software and system-level problems involving interactions between software, hardware, robotics, motion control, and process systems.
- Champion disciplined engineering practices including software design, code reviews, testing, build management, configuration management, and version control.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to software engineers, helping strengthen engineering capability and technical excellence across the team.
- Contribute to software technology direction, architecture evolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of relevant software development experience, with demonstrated technical leadership in complex software systems.
- Exposure to advanced packaging process flows such as CoWoS, SoIC, or InFO.
- Strong hands-on software development expertise in C++.
- Experience developing software that interacts with complex hardware, equipment, robotics, motion control, automation, or other real-time systems.
- Proven experience with customer-oriented software baseline management and release planning.
- Solid background in modern software technologies and development practices.
- Demonstrated ability to influence software architecture and technical direction aligned with long-term product and business needs.
- Strong ownership mindset with proactive technical leadership and a customer-oriented approach.
- Ability to define clear priorities, set ambitious yet realistic goals, and deliver results.
- Ability to lead technically complex work and collaborate effectively across software, hardware, process, and system engineering teams.
- Hands-on experience with Jira, build management tools, and Git version control.
What sets you apart
- Experience in the semiconductor process equipment industry.
- Experience working in fast-paced, customer-driven, and rapidly evolving environments.
- Ability to handle multiple concurrent technical priorities while meeting demanding timelines.
- Strong prioritization skills across complex and competing technical demands.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and elevate technical standards through architecture guidance, design and code reviews, and hands-on technical leadership.
Apply today to be part of what’s next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.
For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.
Job's mission
As a Principal Engineer in Software Engineering, you will play a key technical role in developing the software that directly powers ASM’s advanced semiconductor equipment. Your work will have an immediate, visible impact on highly complex semiconductor systems combining robotics, motion control, thermal systems, and process intelligence.
In this role, you will provide technical leadership across software design, architecture, development, integration, and release execution. You will work closely with software, hardware, process, and system engineering teams to deliver robust equipment software while helping evolve our software architecture and engineering practices for future product generations.
- Provide technical leadership for the design, development, integration, and delivery of software for advanced packaging and hybrid bonding equipment.
- Contribute to and influence software architecture decisions supporting product scalability, maintainability, performance, and long-term evolution.
- Develop and maintain high-quality software, with strong hands-on involvement in C++ design, implementation, troubleshooting, and code review.
- Lead technically complex software features and subsystems from requirements through implementation, integration, validation, and release.
- Support software development planning and execution across product releases and software baselines.
- Collaborate closely with software quality teams to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Work cross-functionally with process engineering, hardware engineering, controls, and system integration teams to deliver tightly integrated equipment software.
- Diagnose and resolve complex software and system-level problems involving interactions between software, hardware, robotics, motion control, and process systems.
- Champion disciplined engineering practices including software design, code reviews, testing, build management, configuration management, and version control.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to software engineers, helping strengthen engineering capability and technical excellence across the team.
- Contribute to software technology direction, architecture evolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of relevant software development experience, with demonstrated technical leadership in complex software systems.
- Exposure to advanced packaging process flows such as CoWoS, SoIC, or InFO.
- Strong hands-on software development expertise in C++.
- Experience developing software that interacts with complex hardware, equipment, robotics, motion control, automation, or other real-time systems.
- Proven experience with customer-oriented software baseline management and release planning.
- Solid background in modern software technologies and development practices.
- Demonstrated ability to influence software architecture and technical direction aligned with long-term product and business needs.
- Strong ownership mindset with proactive technical leadership and a customer-oriented approach.
- Ability to define clear priorities, set ambitious yet realistic goals, and deliver results.
- Ability to lead technically complex work and collaborate effectively across software, hardware, process, and system engineering teams.
- Hands-on experience with Jira, build management tools, and Git version control.
What sets you apart
- Experience in the semiconductor process equipment industry.
- Experience working in fast-paced, customer-driven, and rapidly evolving environments.
- Ability to handle multiple concurrent technical priorities while meeting demanding timelines.
- Strong prioritization skills across complex and competing technical demands.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and elevate technical standards through architecture guidance, design and code reviews, and hands-on technical leadership.
Apply today to be part of what’s next.
We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.
To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Software Engineering Manager Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ASM10
- CVS Health3
- Deloitte2
- LTM Limited2
- General Dynamics Mission Systems2
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software engineering manager jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related technical field
- Five or more years of hands-on software engineering experience before moving into management
- Proven experience leading and growing engineering teams of four or more direct reports
- Strong command of agile methodologies such as Scrum or SAFe in a team setting
- Experience collaborating with product, design, and business stakeholders on roadmap delivery
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP at a team-leadership level
Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software engineering manager in Arizona?
Software engineering manager roles in Arizona do not require a state-issued license or registration. The standard path is earning a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, then building several years of hands-on engineering experience before stepping into a team lead or staff engineer role. Arizona employers, particularly in Phoenix's technology and defense corridors, typically promote from within or hire candidates who can show direct experience mentoring engineers and shipping product.
Which companies hire software engineering managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring software engineering managers in Arizona right now include ASM, CVS Health, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of defense contractors, semiconductor firms, and large financial services technology centers means demand for engineering managers is spread across a wide range of industries beyond pure software companies.
Which Arizona cities have the most software engineering manager jobs?
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Arizona account for the largest share of software engineering manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the bulk of demand through its dense cluster of technology, financial services, and defense employers, while Scottsdale and Tempe add significant volume through corporate headquarters and university-adjacent technology companies that draw on Arizona State University's engineering talent pipeline.
Are there remote software engineering manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 60% of software engineering manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the coordination and oversight work translates to distributed teams. The portions of the role most commonly done remotely are roadmap planning, one-on-ones, sprint ceremonies, and stakeholder reviews, while on-site presence is more common at defense contractors and semiconductor manufacturers with facility-based engineering teams.
How can I get hired as a software engineering manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a team lead or tech lead role within your current engineering team before pursuing a formal manager title. Arizona employers such as Intel and American Express regularly post associate engineering lead and senior engineer roles that include people-management responsibilities, which serve as the practical on-ramp. Building a record of mentoring junior engineers, leading sprint planning, or owning a product area gives Arizona hiring managers the evidence they need to take a first-time manager seriously.
Where can I find and apply to software engineering manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to software engineering manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, team size preference, and industry, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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