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Marathon Petroleum Corporation IT Manager - Commercial (Software Engineering) in Findlay, Ohio
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Position Summary
At MPC, we are embarking on a transformative journey, creating the next generation of products and platforms. These products and platforms are envisioned to provide a best-in-class experience to end users.
The Software Engineering Manager role is responsible for leading and managing the team of software engineers containing front-end, backend and full-stack engineers. The focus of the Software Engineering Manager will be on developing the people and processes that contribute to the timely delivery of innovative, secure, and high-quality solutions. This role will partner with DevSecOps and Software Architecture teams within MPC. This role will be a hands-on manager for the team to ensure the successful design, development, testing, and maintenance of high-quality solutions to support the MPC business.
To ensure success as a Software Engineering Manager, you should have extensive experience in software engineering in dynamic environments with emerging technologies, while possessing the ability to solve complex business problems using technology. The Software Engineering Manager should also develop a deep understanding of how our products are built and contribute technically to solutions. The Software Engineering Manager should also foster a strong working relationship with the various Product Leaders and Discipline Leaders across the organization to support optimal outcomes for our business.
The Software Engineering Manager should lead, guide, and set direction for the software engineering team. The Software Engineering Manager will also be responsible for employee development, performance reviews, pay reviews, and staffing decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Build a best-in-class software engineering team that delivers excellent work products using agile delivery methodology.
Build a technology stack that enables the quick turnaround of the software products.
Build and drive the software engineering team that should be able to break down complex problems into smaller and simpler building blocks, overcome challenges, and deliver results.
Establish Engineering roadmap in alignment with overarching Commercial IT and MPC objectives.
Responsible for hiring, retaining, and growing the high performing team of software engineers.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels with clear and concise updates on software delivery, risks, and achievements.
Oversee, lead, provide coaching, mentoring, career planning, performance evaluations, and skills development for Software Engineers
Mentoring development team members to ensure delivered solutions adhere to the software architecture strategy, coding standards, and established organizational policies and procedures.
Maintains visibility and support of operations within MPC, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance. Maintains visibility and metrics to track adoption and software engineering maturity practices across MPC IT landscape.
Maintains a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement and leads the team through periods of change and transformation.
Assists in the development and management of the department budget, tracking expenses, and ensures that resources are allocated effectively to meet business requirements.
Stays abreast of the latest technology trends, industry advancements, and regulatory changes, and makes recommendations for adopting new technologies to improve operational efficiency.
Assists in the development of IT policies, procedures, and standards that are in line with area of responsibility and industry standards. Ensures compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other computer-related degree required
10+ years of diversified IT experience
3+ years of experience directly leading professional staff
Strong understanding of software development design and Agile practices/methodologies
Deep understanding and real-world experience of applying Object Oriented Programming & Design Patterns
Deep understanding and real-world experience of procedural and functional programming
Excellent knowledge of C++, C# or Java, Python, JavaScript, Blazor or ReactJS or Angular
Excellent knowledge of DBMS as well as TSQL or PL/SQL
Strong Experience with development platforms (i.e., Azure, Salesforce, Docker, Kubernetes)
Excellent knowledge of software reliability best practices and automated testing is preferred.
Excellent organizational, leadership, decision making and communication skills.
Experience in building service-oriented architectures and APIs for both internal and market facing products.
Background and experience in Oil & Gas industry is a plus.
Skills
Strategic Outlook - Examines issues, generates ideas, creates future scenarios, and develops plans with a long-term perspective. Ensures short-term goals support long-term strategy and that organizational/functional strategy aligns with and supports MPC’s overall business strategy.
Business Acumen - Applies knowledge of MPC’s business, industry, and the marketplace to advance theorganization’s goals. Makes decisions and recommendations clearly linked to MPC’s strategy.
Results Driven - Drives operational and process excellence and innovative behavior by empowering others, collaborating, taking appropriate risks, making timely decisions, and holding people accountable for results.
Authentic Communicator - Expresses ideas and information, both verbally and in writing, clearly and credibly. Listens to understand and fosters constructive dialogue.
Continuous Improvement Mindset - Identifies and leads opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation, both incremental and large-scale.
Energizing the Organization - Creates a purposeful, engaged, optimistic workforce.
Ongoing Learning & Self-Development - Regularly determines new areas for learning and acquires strategies and best practices for gaining/improving knowledge, behaviors, and skills.
Selecting and Developing People - Recognizes and selects high caliber talent, accurately assesses abilities and potential, coaches to develop capabilities and builds high- performing teams.
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Findlay, Ohio
Additional locations:
San Antonio, Texas
Job Requisition ID:
00013590
Location Address:
539 S Main St
Education:
Bachelors: Information Technology (Required)
Employee Group:
Full time
Employee Subgroup:
Regular
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs_/Department_of_Labor_EEOC_.pdf) . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com .The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.