Development Manager

Overview This position is Full Time. 3rd Party Candidates will not be considered!! Must live within 30 minutes of Duluth. No exceptions! Zip Codes and area of Atlanta must be included on Resume. Someone who has at least 7 years of Management experience but still has their hands in the Technology. Needs to come from a programming background Our client is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead the growth and innovation of their SaaS platform, which serves as the backbone of their commercial software solutions. This platform powers services that enable customers to manage compute, network, and storage operations and provides access to IoT data from the company’s industry-leading smart water meters. In this role, you will guide a team of talented engineers—ranging from new graduates to seasoned professionals—in designing and delivering scalable, high-performing software solutions. Our client values autonomy and empowers its technical leaders to build, mentor, and inspire their teams to overcome challenges and drive results. The organization thrives on agility rather than bureaucracy. Creative thinking, data-driven decision-making, and a strong focus on customer success are central to their culture. The right leader will embrace open collaboration, foster diversity of thought, and cultivate an environment where innovation flourishes. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of 5–7 engineers, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to achieve collective success. Apply a strong understanding of cloud architecture, including multi-tenancy, virtualization, orchestration, and elastic scalability. Serve as a subject matter expert on cloud migration, particularly in moving existing customer data to AWS as part of the organization’s Cloud First initiative. Design and implement full-stack cloud solutions, assessing alternatives across private, public, and hybrid models (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS). Define and implement resilient, high-availability, and disaster recovery strategies. Research emerging technologies and champion best practices in cloud development and operations. Oversee the delivery of solutions that meet both functional and non-functional requirements. Diagnose and resolve technical issues, providing effective solutions or escalating as appropriate. Partner with project sponsors to define scope, manage risk, and ensure timely delivery. Evaluate, implement, and promote AI-assisted development tools that improve productivity, code quality, and overall engineering efficiency. Coach engineering teams on effective and responsible use of AI technologies in software development. Stay current with advancements in AI and assess their potential impact on the platform. Champion a customer-first mindset, ensuring that every solution enhances user satisfaction and operational success. Qualifications & Experience 7–10 years of experience in software development, deployment, and production support. Minimum of 3 years leading technical teams in platform development. 7+ years of experience in database design, schema development, and SQL performance optimization. Strong hands-on experience with T-SQL (stored procedures, views, triggers) and automation using scripts and SQL jobs. Familiarity with AWS services such as Redshift and EMR. Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (C# or Java preferred). Deep understanding of technical and network architecture concepts. Proven ability to evaluate multiple solutions, back recommendations with data, and communicate the rationale behind technical decisions. Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to align technology strategy with organizational goals. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. Demonstrated success in managing distributed systems or large-scale software environments. Experience in cloud computing environments preferred. Education Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or related discipline (or equivalent professional experience building software at scale). Prior experience as a team lead is required. About SOLTECH SOLTECH is a leading national technology company based in Atlanta, driven by a steadfast commitment to integrity, strong company values, and customer centricity. For nearly 30 years, we’ve been part of the thriving technology community and have earned honors such as The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Top Workplace and the Best & Brightest Companies To Work For In The Nation. Our exceptional team of engineers, designers, and strategists delivers custom software applications, technology consulting, AI and data engineering solutions, and IT staffing services that help organizations solve complex challenges nationwide. Join us on our quest to make the world a better place by bringing to life innovative software solutions that make our lives easier, safer, healthier, and more productive. If you’re an IT professional seeking your next career opportunity, we’d love to match your expertise with a role where you can thrive. Learn more at SOLTECH believes in the dignity of every individual and practices equal employment opportunity as a core principle. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr