Manager, Software

TRD inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans, Toyota team members, customers, and the driving public. We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success. We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion, and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world, we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our available positions. 

TRD is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Manager, Software. 

This position is located in Costa Mesa, CA. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Project Management 

• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate software development projects critical to TRD’s performance and innovation goals. 

• Facilitate cross-functional communication and collaboration to drive project requirements and scope. 

• Oversee risk management practices to proactively address potential roadblocks and keep projects on track. 

People Management 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation. 

• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and provide ongoing feedback to support professional growth. 

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment where all team members feel valued and engaged. 

• Handle hiring, onboarding, and training new team members to build a cohesive, skilled engineering team. 

Technical Leadership 

• Guide the team in best practices for software development, including code reviews, agile methodologies, and documentation. 

• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities for technical growth and improvement aligned with TRD’s cutting-edge technology goals. 

• Collaborate with the Product team and stakeholders to define technical requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives. 

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a management role. 

• Proven experience managing software projects from concept to deployment. 

• Strong people management skills, with a track record of building and leading effective teams. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally. 

• Experience with project management tools and agile methodologies. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in a tech-driven, fast-paced environment. 

• Familiarity with cloud technologies, DevOps practices, and software architecture principles. 

• Familiarity with event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka, SNS/SQS, or RabbitMQ). 

• Knowledge of observability tooling (e.g., SigNos, NetData, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog). 

• Experience building and managing microservices or service meshes (e.g., Istio) in Kubernetes. 

• API design and documentation best practices using REST and/or GraphQL, plus experience with tools like Swagger/OpenAPI.Security, best practices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) 

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.

• Flexible work options based on business needs.

•  Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.

• Paid holidays and paid time off.

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).