Manager Software Engineering

Unclassified - Youngstown, OH

Full-time - Manager

Remote - Youngstown, OH

About the position

As a Manager of Software Engineering at Consultnet, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing all phases of software development, from concept through deployment and maintenance. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain high-quality standards while managing a vibrant team of engineers. You will nurture their skills, foster teamwork, and drive them towards excellence. This position requires managing a diverse team, which includes four offshore sprint teams and one onshore sprint team, promoting a culture of collaboration and innovation. Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work closely with the Chief Information Officer (CIO), product teams, and architecture teams to ensure that software development aligns with the strategic goals of the organization. You will be responsible for introducing and championing new technologies and methodologies that enhance our capabilities and efficiency. Simplifying complex technical concepts will be essential, ensuring clear and effective communication across the team and with stakeholders. You will advocate for the adoption of new technologies, methodologies, and best practices to improve the development lifecycle. Managing project timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations will be crucial to ensure the successful delivery of projects. Additionally, you will contribute to project planning by identifying business needs and translating technical concepts into business-friendly language. Leading continuous improvement efforts to optimize processes and increase efficiency, such as through code refactoring and automation, will also be part of your responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all phases of software development, from concept through deployment and maintenance, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Manage a vibrant team of engineers, nurturing their skills, fostering teamwork, and driving them towards excellence.
• Manage a diverse team, including four offshore sprint teams and one onshore sprint team, promoting a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Collaborate with the Chief Information Officer (CIO), product teams, and architecture teams to ensure software development aligns with strategic goals.
• Introduce and champion new technologies and methodologies, enhancing our capabilities and efficiency.
• Simplify complex technical concepts, ensuring clear and effective communication across the team and with stakeholders.
• Advocate for the adoption of new technologies, methodologies, and best practices to improve the development lifecycle.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Contribute to project planning, including identifying business needs and translating technical concepts into business-friendly language.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to optimize processes and increase efficiency, such as through code refactoring and automation.

Requirements

• Proficient in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js), Event Streaming Systems, and AWS Development Web Services.
• Solid understanding of cloud-native application development and full-stack solutions.
• At least 6 years of experience in a leadership role within software development, with a proven history of guiding teams to success.
• Demonstrated ability to manage IT projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to break down technical jargon into accessible language.
• Demonstrate strong analytical ability and aptitude to translate designs from business concepts into sound technical solutions.
• Ability to work on multiple efforts concurrently and shift priorities quickly.
• Comfortable with remote work, possessing excellent self-management and communication skills.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer policy supporting diversity and inclusivity.