Software Development Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Software Development Manager to guide a team of engineers and help shape the direction of critical business applications. This position blends people leadership with technical direction, offering the chance to influence architecture, engineering standards, and delivery quality across a modern application environment. The role is ideal for a leader who enjoys developing talent, partnering across Agile teams, and contributing to the evolution of customer- and partner-focused digital solutions.

Responsibilities:
• Direct and support a team of software engineers by setting clear expectations, encouraging collaboration, and promoting ongoing growth.
• Provide technical oversight for application planning, design, enhancement, and long-term improvement across the software portfolio.
• Work closely with Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Architects to align delivery goals with sound engineering decisions and sustainable implementation approaches.
• Shape development practices by reinforcing strong standards for code quality, testing, documentation, security, scalability, and system reliability.
• Contribute to solution planning through estimation, backlog discussions, architectural reviews, and project prioritization activities.
• Help teams address complex technical issues, resolve development obstacles, and move initiatives forward efficiently throughout the software lifecycle.
• Support the redesign and modernization of external digital platforms, influencing future-state architecture and technology direction.
• Evaluate new tools and emerging technologies, including AI-assisted development capabilities, to improve productivity and application quality.
• Lead performance conversations, coaching efforts, and skill-building plans that strengthen both individual contributors and the broader engineering team.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Development, or a related discipline, or comparable hands-on experience.

• At least 8 years of experience in software development, including 3 or more years in a leadership or people management capacity.

• Demonstrated success leading software engineering teams in a software development environment.

• Strong knowledge of software architecture, web application development, SDLC practices, and modern engineering methodologies.

• Ability to balance technical decision-making with mentorship, team development, and operational leadership.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to work well with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

• Experience working within Agile delivery frameworks and collaborating across cross-functional product teams.

• Background in the Property and Casualty insurance industry is helpful but not required.