AI & Software Engineering Manager

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace. About the role: As a Manager, AI & Software Engineering you will lead the AI & Software Engineering team within Data & AI, made up of AI/software engineers and UI/UX designers. The team designs production-grade AI applications (including standalone bertha), agent-based workflows, Technology Bricks and user interfaces for Westinghouse and its customers. You will deliver the team's AI and software commitments and for developing the team. You will report to the Director, AI Delivery and work a hybrid/mobile role based in Cranberry, PA. Key Responsibilities: AI application and agent engineering: Develop and deliver AI applications and agent-based workflows, including business logic, orchestration, integrations and user interfaces. Ensure commitments are delivered on time, on budget and to the required quality. Estimation and prioritization support: Prepare estimates, scope assumptions and capability needs for potential new developments and commercial projects. Data & AI leadership prioritizes the portfolio and support proposals and customer commitments. Code quality, security and maintainability: Ensure code quality, application security, application-level monitoring and reliability. Produce the technical documentation required for maintainability and governance, and improve findings. Human-AI experience: Define and apply UX and interaction guidelines so that AI solutions give users safe experiences. Collaboration with AI & Data Infrastructure: Work with the leadership of the AI & Data Infrastructure teams to build applications within the approved architecture, platforms, AI models, data architecture and deployment environments owned by those teams. Contribute application requirements and feedback, and raise application-driven architecture and technology needs to them. Architecture decisions remain with those teams. Engineering standards: Apply the common AI Software Development Lifecycle (AI SDLC) across the team, including code review, CI/CD, test automation, documentation and Definition of Done. Ensure work uses the approved technology stack and follow the exception process, and that the team applies secure-by-design practices and Westinghouse software quality requirements. Innovation Process: Provide the engineering inputs and deliverables required for Technology Bricks and AI projects managed under the Westinghouse Innovation Process and Stage Gate Reviews (BMS-RT-3). Team capacity and growth: Plan team capacity against the prioritized portfolio, and propose and manage engineer assignments within Data & AI capacity governance. Scale the team as demand grows by defining hiring needs, leading recruitment and onboarding, and engaging contractors and third-party companies when needed, while keeping critical knowledge and intellectual property within Westinghouse. People leadership and development: Lead the team, overseeing goal setting, performance management, recognition and succession. Mentor team members through coaching, mentoring, career plans and upskilling or reskilling in AI engineering, so that software engineers grow into AI engineering roles. Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Engineering or a related discipline required. Master's degree with a focus on AI/ML helpful 2. 8+ years in software engineering, including at least 3 years delivering AI, ML or GenAI solutions to production. 3+ years leading engineering teams, including hiring and growing teams. 3. Azure or Google Cloud certifications helpful Generative AI: LLM integration, RAG and GraphRAG, agentic AI frameworks, tool use and MCP-based integrations, prompt and context engineering, and AI evaluation. Machine learning: Understanding of ML models and how to integrate and consume them within applications. Software engineering: Python, APIs, front-end and back-end development (e.g., React/MUI), UX design (e.g., Figma), Docker and containers, and CI/CD. Data: working knowledge of databases and data platforms, including MongoDB, Databricks and lakehouse architectures. We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $130,400 to $163,000 per year. #LI-Hybrid Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer: 1. Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options 2. Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members 3. 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement 4. Paid Vacations and Company Holidays 5. Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance 6. Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers 7. Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service 8. Employee Referral Program Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: 1. Safety and Quality 2. Integrity and Trust 3. Customer Focus and Innovation 4. Speed and Passion to Win 5. Teamwork and Accountability While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:Twitter|Facebook|LinkedIn|YouTube Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / VetAs an equal opportunity employer, Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is committed to a diverse workforce