Senior Software Development Manager

Software Project Management Role

• We are seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee the development and delivery of software solutions.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage discovery, planning, execution, quality assurance, delivery, and ongoing maintenance of concurrent software platforms/projects.
• Maintain clear project plans and timelines according to guidance from stakeholders.
• Oversee front-end and backend software development using modern agile methodology.
• Support software developers by removing obstacles, making workflow improvements, and offering timely feedback on submitted features.
• Advocate, document, and enforce best engineering practices, design and implementation principles, coding standards; drive high quality in all phases of software development.
• Work with various software including Jira, Airtable.
• Create and execute test plans, write tickets and test cases, and prepare bug reports.
• Test application features and provide feedback on usability.
• Identify, isolate, and document defects.
• Troubleshoot software bugs and client-reported software problems by handling, resolving, and documenting submitted issues.
• Assist with the interview process when hiring new developers and designers.
• Monitor and manage UI/UX as part of an integrated software development process/workflow.

Requirements:

• Certification or relevant training in Project Management.
• Bachelor's Degree in a software, computer technology, computer science, computer engineering, information systems or related discipline; related work experience considered.
• 5+ years of previous experience in a software development environment.
• 5+ years of experience in software development project management with a proven track record.
• Experience with both manual and automated testing.
• Exposure to full lifecycle software including: initial discovery, writing software proposals, writing software specifications, agile development, automated and manual quality assurance testing, and ongoing software maintenance.
• Practical experience with software engineering best practices and coding standards.
• Experience with JIRA or other similar agile development tools.
• Experience in agile software development life cycle, practices, and tools (coding standards, code reviews, source code management, build processes, QA).
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Outstanding leadership, mentoring, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain deadlines, and operate independently as is often required in a remote-first context.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

About This Opportunity

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have experience with software development project management and be able to work effectively in a team environment.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering software projects on time and within budget. They will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Your Qualifications:

• Certification or relevant training in Project Management.
• Bachelor's Degree in a software, computer technology, computer science, computer engineering, information systems or related discipline; related work experience considered.
• 5+ years of previous experience in a software development environment.
• 5+ years of experience in software development project management with a proven track record.
• Experience with both manual and automated testing.
• Exposure to full lifecycle software including: initial discovery, writing software proposals, writing software specifications, agile development, automated and manual quality assurance testing, and ongoing software maintenance.
• Practical experience with software engineering best practices and coding standards.
• Experience with JIRA or other similar agile development tools.
• Experience in agile software development life cycle, practices, and tools (coding standards, code reviews, source code management, build processes, QA).

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to apply for this opportunity.