Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Generative AI)

Job Description

At WithSecure™, we protect businesses all over the world. Our SaaS solutions safeguard against modern cyber threats, and our innovative Co-security approach reflects our belief that true protection requires collaboration and shared expertise. No one can solve every cyber security problem alone. Our vision is to become Europe’s flagship in cyber security. Every day, our talented teams work to prevent cyber extortion, secure critical infrastructure, and prevent misuse of sensitive data. At WithSecure, it’s our people who make us exceptional – a diverse community that values passion, purpose, and a commitment to workplace well-being. If you’re ready to make an impact with a company that’s transforming cybersecurity, we’d love to hear from you.

Role Overview

As a Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will lead a team of software engineers building products and capabilities that strengthen WithSecure’s cybersecurity offering. You’ll combine strong people leadership with technical understanding and business-minded decision-making. You’ll create an environment where engineers can do their best work—high quality, sustainable pace, and continuous improvement—while helping the organization adopt modern technologies, including generative AI, in a responsible and impactful way.

You will foster an inclusive culture where every voice is valued, guide individuals and the team through change, and act as a bridge between leadership and engineering execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of software engineers, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
• Drive the adoption of modern technologies and best practices in generative AI.
• Lead and develop your team – conduct regular 1:1s, monitor team well-being, and support career growth through mentoring and coaching.
• Drive change and adoption – introduce new working methods, observe team dynamics, and guide individuals through transformation with a hands-on approach.
• Collaborate cross-functionally – work closely with Product Owners, Architects, and Project Managers to align technical and business priorities.
• Be the bridge between leadership and the team – represent company vision, ensure communication lands effectively, and clarify strategic messages.
• Recruit and onboard – participate in hiring processes and ensure smooth onboarding of new team members.
• Stay technically informed – understand code architecture, participate in technical discussions, and keep up with industry trends.
• Handle incidents and postmortems – be involved in incident response and contribute to continuous improvement through retrospective analysis.

What are we looking for?

• Passion in software engineering, and modern technology adoption.
• Experience in engineering management with a focus on people development and team dynamics.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and build trust across diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working with Product Owners, architects, and cross-functional teams.
• Technical background with the ability to understand architecture, participate in technical discussions, and make informed trade-offs.
• Good communication skills – ability to translate company strategy into team context and ensure understanding.
• Competence to drive change adoption and introducing new processes or working methods.
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, and career development.
• Passion and enthusiasm in AI technologies and tools.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI-driven initiatives.
• Problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and continuous learning mindset to keep up with evolving AI technologies.

What will you get from us

• Meaningful work with real-world impact – your work helps protect businesses and critical infrastructure from modern cyber threats.
• Flexible ways of working, including up to 30 days per year working abroad and paid sick leave from day one.
• A strong focus on well-being, with mental health support and comprehensive benefits.
• Continuous learning, modern tools, and a people-first culture that values trust and collaboration.

If you do not meet every single requirement but feel you could grow into this role and contribute to our mission, we warmly encourage you to apply.