Manager, Software Development

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our high-performing team in Birmingham, Alabama, as we embark on an exciting journey to rebuild our platform using cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in leading the transition of our platform from Angular to React, leveraging modern CMS tools and Google Cloud technologies to create scalable, innovative, and user-centric solutions. You will work closely with a talented team of engineers and developers, providing technical expertise, strategic guidance, and hands-on support to ensure the success of this transformation. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a platform that powers critical business operations while driving innovation and excellence.

As a leader in this role, you will be a source of motivation and inspiration for your team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment. You will bring a strong technical background, a passion for modern web technologies, and a proven ability to guide teams through complex projects. Beyond technical expertise, you will act as a mentor and coach, helping your team grow professionally while ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and goals. If you are excited about taking on a leadership role in a fast-paced, technology-forward environment and driving impactful change, we’d love to hear from you!

SUMMARY:

The Manager of Software development manages multiple agile software development teams in all aspects of the software development life-cycle.

JOB DUTIES

• Leads projects and is accountable for successful technical implementation of business software applications that produces maximum business value.
• Assembles project plans, monitors work efforts daily, performs quality reviews, and escalates functional, quality, and timeline issues appropriately.
• Develops or guides in developing project governance documents that effectively explain the business objective, scope, approach, and timeline.
• Coordinates internal IT processes and resources in order to successfully deploy new solutions to the business.
• Coordinates communication and prepares project status presentations to project team members, Project Sponsors, and IT Executives.
• Tracks key project milestones and adjusts project plans when necessary to meet project objectives.
• Oversees adherence to project and business governance standards and methodologies.
• Manages one or more cross-functional projects.
• Ensures policies and procedures, software development guidelines, user interface standards, and change control processes are followed.
• Actively leads the team in establishing working agreements, meeting our commitments, and establishing career development plans. Also, completes performance reviews for direct reports.
• Ensures solutions are delivered on time and according to specifications, and informs executive management of team performance.
• Ensures project metrics are defined, measured and reported.
• Keeps key business representatives and team members updated on delivery status and problem resolution status.
• Ensures technology solutions are developed using documented coding techniques.
• Oversees and participates in the development and unit testing of solutions as specified in the Technical Design obtains code reviews from appropriate technical staff and ensures standards and policies are adhered to.
• Offers proposed design changes/suggestions to processes and applications exerts significant latitude in determining the objectives of an assignment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and eight (8) to twelve (12) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Typically requires two (2) or more years managerial/leadership experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, and change management techniques.
• Basic leadership skills.
• Possesses strong product/technology/industry knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize projects and deliverables.
• Experience with structured application development and change control methodologies.
• Experience in software engineering, particularly in Java development and/or UI with React development. Hands-on coding, design, and problem-solving skills are highly valued.
• Experience working in Agile environments, with a preference for SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodologies. Candidates who have worked in SAFe-driven organizations or have SAFe certifications will be strongly considered.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex technical projects across department lines.
• Knowledge of database design, programming languages and coding techniques.
• Communication skills.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

· More than 10 Direct Reports

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes

COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time

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