IT Manager, Software Engineering

• 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.
• Manages daily operations of the team, providing guidance, mentorship, and driving a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Oversees recruitment, development, retention, and performance to build strong talent. Plans and leads low- to medium-complexity IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Ensures the availability, reliability, and security of technology systems. Collaborates with key stakeholders and internal groups to identify needs, deliver effective solutions, and support business objectives.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology or computer engineering is a must.
• 10+ years of diversified IT experience
• 3+ years of experience 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.
• 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.

• 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.

• 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 leading professional staff

Marathon Petroleum