Overview of Bridger Photonics, Inc.Bridger Photonics is transforming methane emissions detection for the oil &amp; gas industry. Our Gas Mapping LiDAR pinpoints leaks with precision, delivering actionable data that helps customers reduce emissions, improve safety, and streamline operations.Our mission: Enable clean, safe, and efficient energy systems through cutting-edge airborne sensing and data science. Join a growing team of engineers, scientists, and innovators committed to impact.Overview of PositionAs our Software Development Manager, you’ll lead a team building the cloud-based platforms that keep our airborne sensing technology flying - and help reduce methane emissions globally. You’ll oversee delivery of reliable, scalable code that runs in the cloud - while growing a strong, collaborative engineering culture.We’re looking for a customer-obsessed lead with experience in full stack web development and CI/CD driven service-oriented architectures. The ideal candidate is a player/coach who wants to explore how AI-driven software agents can unlock new value for our teams and customers.Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Inspire and guide a team of software engineers through project planning, execution, and delivery</li><li>Drive high standards in code quality, testing, observability, and operational reliability</li></ul>Coach engineers in technical and professional growth, performance, and ownership<ul><li>Partner with Product to align roadmap priorities with business and customer needs</li><li>Champion agile execution - balancing feature delivery with technical excellence and clear communication</li><li>Support incident response and root cause analysis to continually improve system reliability.</li><li>You’ll drive predictable, on-time delivery of roadmap priorities with minimal defects, earning trust across the business&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>An engaged, high-performing engineering team with strong retention</li><li>Stable, scalable software systems operating in a cloud environment</li><li>Clear alignment and communication with product and business stakeholders</li><li>Predictable, data-driven sprint execution and continuous improvement </li></ul>Required qualifications:<ul><li>7+ years in software engineering, and 2+ years managing or leading teams</li><li>Strong foundation in modern software architecture, and scaled systems</li><li>Proven ability to lead technical teams through successful project execution</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams</li><li>Comfortable wearing multiple hats and engaging as a lead voice in the software organization</li></ul>Preferred qualifications:<ul><li>Proficiency with full stack web software including JavaScript/Typescript and Python</li><li>Experience with CI/CD pipelines, observability tools, and system monitoring</li><li>Thrives working in fast-paced, growth-stage environments where adaptability is key</li></ul>Additional Information:<ul><li>This is a full-time salaried position.</li><li>Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and skills.</li><li>This position is based at Bridger’s facility in Bozeman, MT.</li><li>Occasional travel may be required.</li><li>Participation in on-call incident response rotation expected.</li><li>Bridger Photonics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</li><li>United States Employment Eligibility: Bridger does not offer visa sponsorships. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. </li></ul>For full consideration, please submit the following: (a) cover letter identifying the position you are applying for and your interest in the job, and (b) resume. Please submit application materials via email with the job title in the subject line to: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:jobs@bridgerphotonics.com">jobs@bridgerphotonics.com</a><h3>Benefits</h3>Bridger Photonics, Inc. offers excellent health, dental, and retirement benefits.A career with Bridger Photonics offers cutting-edge photonics and remote sensing work and endless outdoor opportunities in and around beautiful Bozeman, Montana. With experts in physics, engineering, software development, and processing, our team works hard to create top-of-the-line LiDAR technologies that positively impact society—now and for generations to come.

Bridger Photonics, Inc. (Bridger) creates and deploys innovative LiDAR sensors for the Oil &amp; Gas and Industrial Metrology industries. We were founded in 2006 based on a core LiDAR technology. For shorter ranges, we develop state-of-the-art custom and standard precision LiDAR products to enable new measurement capabilities in the Industrial Metrology industry. For longer ranges, our airborne Gas Mapping LiDAR&trade; sensor technology is transforming the way the Oil &amp; Gas industry is detecting and managing natural gas leaks.&nbsp;

Software Development Manager

Overview of Bridger Photonics, Inc.Bridger Photonics is transforming methane emissions detection for the oil &amp; gas industry. Our Gas Mapping LiDAR pinpoints leaks with precision, delivering actionable data that helps customers reduce emissions, improve safety, and streamline operations.Our mission: Enable clean, safe, and efficient energy systems through cutting-edge airborne sensing and data science. Join a growing team of engineers, scientists, and innovators committed to impact.Overview of PositionAs our Software Development Manager, you’ll lead a team building the cloud-based platforms that keep our airborne sensing technology flying - and help reduce methane emissions globally. You’ll oversee delivery of reliable, scalable code that runs in the cloud - while growing a strong, collaborative engineering culture.We’re looking for a customer-obsessed lead with experience in full stack web development and CI/CD driven service-oriented architectures. The ideal candidate is a player/coach who wants to explore how AI-driven software agents can unlock new value for our teams and customers.Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Inspire and guide a team of software engineers through project planning, execution, and delivery</li><li>Drive high standards in code quality, testing, observability, and operational reliability</li></ul>Coach engineers in technical and professional growth, performance, and ownership<ul><li>Partner with Product to align roadmap priorities with business and customer needs</li><li>Champion agile execution - balancing feature delivery with technical excellence and clear communication</li><li>Support incident response and root cause analysis to continually improve system reliability.</li><li>You’ll drive predictable, on-time delivery of roadmap priorities with minimal defects, earning trust across the business&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>An engaged, high-performing engineering team with strong retention</li><li>Stable, scalable software systems operating in a cloud environment</li><li>Clear alignment and communication with product and business stakeholders</li><li>Predictable, data-driven sprint execution and continuous improvement </li></ul>Required qualifications:<ul><li>7+ years in software engineering, and 2+ years managing or leading teams</li><li>Strong foundation in modern software architecture, and scaled systems</li><li>Proven ability to lead technical teams through successful project execution</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams</li><li>Comfortable wearing multiple hats and engaging as a lead voice in the software organization</li></ul>Preferred qualifications:<ul><li>Proficiency with full stack web software including JavaScript/Typescript and Python</li><li>Experience with CI/CD pipelines, observability tools, and system monitoring</li><li>Thrives working in fast-paced, growth-stage environments where adaptability is key</li></ul>Additional Information:<ul><li>This is a full-time salaried position.</li><li>Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and skills.</li><li>This position is based at Bridger’s facility in Bozeman, MT.</li><li>Occasional travel may be required.</li><li>Participation in on-call incident response rotation expected.</li><li>Bridger Photonics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</li><li>United States Employment Eligibility: Bridger does not offer visa sponsorships. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. </li></ul>For full consideration, please submit the following: (a) cover letter identifying the position you are applying for and your interest in the job, and (b) resume. Please submit application materials via email with the job title in the subject line to: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:jobs@bridgerphotonics.com">jobs@bridgerphotonics.com</a><h3>Benefits</h3>Bridger Photonics, Inc. offers excellent health, dental, and retirement benefits.A career with Bridger Photonics offers cutting-edge photonics and remote sensing work and endless outdoor opportunities in and around beautiful Bozeman, Montana. With experts in physics, engineering, software development, and processing, our team works hard to create top-of-the-line LiDAR technologies that positively impact society—now and for generations to come.

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