Lead software delivery activities as a Delivery Manager for Skywise in Gdansk, Poland. In this permanent, full-time hybrid role, you will direct agile teams and matrixed chapters to deliver high-performance aviation software solutions within a €7M-€10M budget scope, requiring extensive software engineering management experience and fluency in English.
Requirements
10+ years of experience in software engineering management, leading communities of 50+ engineers
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Solid experience in scaled Agile environments (SAFe) and matrixed organization models
Technical background in software development (Java, C#, C++, and cloud platforms like AWS)
Experience with quality and security frameworks such as AS 9100 or ISO 27001
Preferred: PMP, P. Eng, or advanced SAFe certifications, and domain experience in Flight Operations or Aviation
Skills & Responsibilities
Software Engineering Management: Lead software delivery activities, manage engineering managers, and oversee maintenance and subcontractor partnerships.
Agile & Strategic Execution: Translate global strategic themes into OKRs and KPIs using the SAFe framework and matrixed chapter models.
Technical & Compliance Standards: Ensure adherence to industry quality and security frameworks like AS 9100 and ISO 27001 while championing a DevOps culture.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Architecture, Product Management, Sales, and Support teams to translate RFP requirements into scalable software solutions.
Potential transition routes: People from Senior Engineering Director or Head of Software Engineering roles may bring strong leadership and agile scaling skills, alongside meeting the required management experience.
Job description
Job Description:
Skywise is a leading digital services company, wholly owned by Airbus. We deliver a first of its kind offer that seamlessly integrates Planning & Operations Control, Flight, Technical, and Ground Operations. By providing interoperable digital solutions for end-to-end operations, Skywise combines aircraft manufacturer expertise and digital know how to transform operational complexity into predictable and profitable performance, ensuring resilient and more sustainable operations.
The Role
As a Delivery Manager, you will lead software delivery activities for our Poland operations. You will bridge strategy, technology, and people leadership, directing agile teams and matrixed chapters to deliver high quality, high performance aviation software solutions within budget, schedule, and quality benchmarks.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery & Operational Excellence: Own end-to-end delivery (time, cost, quality, and performance) for regional solutions; oversee maintenance, subcontractor partnerships, and budget planning (€7M-€10M scope).
People & Chapter Leadership: Manage, mentor, and coach Chapter Leads and Engineering Managers. Drive skill assessments, gap analyses, career progression, and performance reviews across technical and leadership dimensions.
Agile & Strategic Alignment: Translate global strategic themes into actionable Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and KPIs using the SAFeframework.Collaborate with Architecture and Release Train Engineers (RTEs) to build technical runways.
Compliance & Best Practices: Uphold development standards aligning with industry frameworks (AS 9100, ISO 27001) while championing a modern DevOps and continuous-delivery culture.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Architecture, Product Management, Sales, and Support teams to translate customer and RFP requirements into scalable software solutions.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
Leadership Experience: 10+ years in software engineering management, with demonstrated experience managing other engineering managers and leading communities of 50+ engineers in fast-paced environments.
Agile & Frameworks: Solid experience in scaled Agile environments (SAFe certified/experienced) and matrixed organization models (Spotify chapter/guild model).
Technical Acumen: Background in software development (proficiency in languages such as Java, C#, or C++, with modern backend/frontend stacks and cloud platforms like AWS).
Compliance & Standards: Prior experience delivering under strict industry quality/security frameworks (e.g., AS 9100, ISO 27001, or equivalent safety/security standards).
Communication: Fluency in English with exceptional stakeholder-management and cross-cultural communication skills.
Preferred Assets
PMP, P. Eng, or advanced SAFe certifications (SPC, RTE).
Domain experience in Flight Operations, Aviation, or Airline Operations Control systems.
Travel & Work Model
Travel: 5-10% domestic and international.
Work Setup: Flexible hybrid model based in Gdansk.
What We Offer:
Stable, full-time employment contract
Flexible working hours with a hybrid model (3 days per week in our Gdansk office at Olivia Business Centre)
Training and development opportunities to support your career growth (3000 PLN gross per year after the probationary period)
Co-funding for meals and commuting
Access to the latest knowledge and technologies enabling professional development
Opportunity to work on international projects and collaborate with global teams, including occasional international travel
Private medical coverage
Sport card
Mental health support platform
Life insurance
Access to Employee Share Scheme
Employee referral program bonus (5000 PLN)
Selection and Hiring Commitment
We thank all applicants for applying. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
Skywise is committed to creating an environment and a culture where everyone feels like they belong no matter who they are or where they are from. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, record of offences, and basis of disability or any protected class. Accommodations will be available on request for candidates throughout the entire recruitment and selection process.
Skywise Gdansk is operating within the Airbus Helicopters Polska Structure.
At Airbus Helicopters Polska sp. z o.o. Gdańsk Plant, the "Internal procedure for reporting legal violations and taking follow-up actions at Airbus Helicopters Polska sp. z o.o. Gdańsk Plant" is in effect. This procedure was introduced in accordance with the Act of June 14, 2024, on the protection of whistleblowers (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 928). In the event of any detected violations, whistleblowers can submit reports to the following email address: talent@skywise.com.
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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company: Airbus Helicopters Polska Sp. z o.o.
Employment Type: Permanent -------
Experience Level: Professional
Job Family: Leadership
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