Software Development Manager

Summary

BrightEdge is a global leader in SEO and Digital marketing, known for its innovative cloud-based platform that optimizes marketing content across online channels. They are seeking a Software Development Manager to lead the development of a new product, manage a high-performance team, and ensure timely delivery of software projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading, managing, and mentoring a high-performance team of software engineers
• Overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software solutions
• Prioritizing development efforts and unblocking developers to ensure timely delivery of software projects
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget
• Collaborating with stakeholders to define project requirements and scope
• Creating and maintaining project timelines and ensuring on-time delivery of software projects
• Evaluating and recommending software development tools and methodologies
• Identifying and mitigating risks and issues related to software development projects
• Monitoring team performance and identifying areas for improvement
• Holding the team accountable for project deliverables and ensuring adherence to coding standards
• Performing root cause analysis of technical issues and implementing solutions to prevent recurrence
• Fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team
• Communicating progress, status, and issues to stakeholders and senior management

Skills

• 5+ years of experience in software development, with 2+ years in a management or leadership role
• Experience managing high-performance teams and driving results
• Strong technical skills in software development, with experience in Python, React, Relational & NoSQL Databases
• Experience with large scale system design and big data systems
• Familiarity with agile software development methodologies
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with DevOps practices such as continuous integration and delivery
• Familiarity with machine learning and data analytics technologies
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand and articulate the impact of technology on business objectives
• Passion for developing and growing team members and creating a positive team culture

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in software development, with 2+ years in a management or leadership role
• Experience managing high-performance teams and driving results
• Strong technical skills in software development, with experience in Python, React, Relational & NoSQL Databases
• Experience with large scale system design and big data systems
• Familiarity with agile software development methodologies
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously

Nice to Haves

• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with DevOps practices such as continuous integration and delivery
• Familiarity with machine learning and data analytics technologies
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand and articulate the impact of technology on business objectives
• Passion for developing and growing team members and creating a positive team culture

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance