Software Developer/Engineer Manager

Steel Point Solutions - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

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About the position

The Senior Software Developer/Engineer Manager at Steel Point Solutions will lead the development and commercialization of software toolkits within a technology modernization framework. This role requires expertise in software development and leadership in managing agile software development projects, focusing on cost control and timely delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of software applications and toolkits.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and compliant with industry standards.
• Oversee the commercialization process for internally developed software.
• Integrate modern technologies, methodologies, and tools to enhance software development.
• Manage software development projects using agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe.
• Coordinate with teams using agile tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps.
• Take responsibility for managing both cost and schedule of projects.
• Monitor project financials, track variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and manage expectations.
• Oversee project timelines and budgets, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior developers.
• Collaborate with product managers, business stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Lead modernization efforts by implementing cloud-based solutions and microservices architecture.
• Promote continuous innovation by leveraging emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in software development
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role managing development projects
• Experience conducting user research and applying design thinking
• Experience with journey mapping, prototyping, and usability testing
• Experience developing and commercializing software toolkits
• Experience managing agile software development projects
• Experience managing project costs and schedules
• Proficient in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++)
• Deep understanding of cloud architectures, containerization, and microservices (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Agilist, or PMI-ACP required

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Relevant cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Developer, etc.) are preferred