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Senior Software Development Manager

Smart Synergies

Overview :

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Software Development Manager to lead a dynamic team of engineers responsible for developing and maintaining high-impact software applications. The ideal candidate will combine a strong technical foundation with proven leadership skills, strategic vision, and the ability to deliver complex projects in a fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Vision & Execution:
  • Partner with product managers, business analysts, and executive stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable technical plans that support organizational goals.
  • Stakeholder Leadership:
  • Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders at all levels; build and maintain relationships, manage expectations, and drive consensus on technical solutions.
  • Technical Direction:
  • Contribute to strategic planning, technology evaluation, and process improvement initiatives; provide technical guidance and mentorship to ensure best practices, code quality, and technical excellence.
  • Project & Team Management:
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle of complex, enterprise-level projects; actively manage scope, timelines, and budgets to ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
  • Promote a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and experimentation; drive process and technology enhancements and encourage the adoption of new approaches and tools.
  • Hands-On Technical Engagement:
  • Remain engaged with coding and architecture reviews; serve as a technical escalation point and troubleshoot complex challenges as needed.
  • Agile Leadership:
  • Utilize agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to drive iterative delivery and foster ongoing improvements in team operations and outcomes.
Required Qualifications
  • Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • Experience:
  • 15+ years in software development, with deep expertise in modern development practices and principles.
  • 8+ years in software team leadership or management, with a proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale projects.
  • Strong experience managing the full SDLC for complex projects.
  • Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java; solid understanding of scalable, maintainable, and secure architecture principles.
  • Leadership & Communication:
  • Outstanding leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inspire teams, cultivate relationships with senior executives, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Project Management:
  • Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects, risk mitigation, budgeting, and resource allocation in a dynamic environment.
  • Agile Expertise:
  • Strong practical experience with agile methodologies at scale.
  • Team Building:
  • Excellent team-building, coaching, and mentoring abilities, particularly with senior engineering talent.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Expertise in cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure).
  • Experience with DevOps tools and best practices.
  • Strong troubleshooting and conflict-resolution capabilities.
  • Experience building consensus, managing expectations, and navigating organizational change.
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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