SUMMARY:
Bobrick is seeking a results-oriented and technically proficient Software Development Manager to lead our in-house development team and manage external consulting partners. This role is responsible for the successful delivery of custom software projects, with a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, system integration, project execution, team leadership, and alignment with business objectives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Team Leadership & Development:
- Manage and mentor a team of in-house developers, fostering a high-performing, accountable, and collaborative culture.
- Implement structured training plans to support the adoption of new technologies and tools.
- Define and enforce team processes for task tracking, code reviews, version control, and helpdesk escalations.
Project Management & Execution:
- Collaborate with the PMO to scope, plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Own project milestone tracking, risk identification, mitigation, and proactive stakeholder communication.
- Maintain clarity on project objectives, deliverables, and cross-functional impacts.
Technical Oversight:
- Provide guidance on system architecture, .NET development best practices, API integrations, and database design.
- Ensure all development efforts meet performance, security, scalability, and reliability standards.
- Support the transition from legacy monolithic systems to modern, modular, API-driven applications.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to inform future system architecture and development practices.
- Resource and Workload Planning:
- Maintain visibility into team capacity and work distribution through tools such as Jira or project boards.
- Communicate workload forecasts and prioritization guidance to IT leadership and business stakeholders.
Process & Policy Implementation:
- Contribute to the definition of development policies and procedures in collaboration with IT leadership.
- Champion the adoption and consistent enforcement of standards across the development team.
Vendor Management:
- Manage relationships with third-party development partners, ensuring scope alignment and quality delivery.
- Define and oversee RFQs, contracts, and performance tracking.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Act as a liaison between development, PMO, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business stakeholders.
- Partner closely with business users throughout the software development lifecycle—from requirements gathering and design through testing and deployment—ensuring alignment with business goals and a shared understanding of deliverables.
- Communicate technical risks, project updates, and strategic recommendations in business terms.
Cybersecurity and Compliance:
- Ensure development follows secure coding practices and collaborate with cybersecurity teams during release reviews to maintain compliance.
- Budget Management:
- Manage department-related expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Development Methodology Adaptation:
- Recommend and tailor appropriate development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc.) based on project needs and stakeholder involvement.
DevOps and Incident Response Collaboration:
- Partner with DevOps to improve CI/CD processes and ensure deployment reliability.
- Support production incident analysis and resolution in collaboration with infrastructure and support teams.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Strong hands-on experience in .NET technologies, REST APIs, SQL Server.
- Experience with ERP systems (preferably Infor Syteline) and integrating third-party platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to manage full development life cycles and software release management.
- Experience in managing third-party vendors and consulting resources.
- Solid understanding of Agile development practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management training.
- Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based platforms.
- Familiarity with generative AI technologies and their application in software development processes (e.g., code generation, documentation, testing automation).
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: 6901 Tujunga Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91605, USA
Pay: $151,000.00 - $178,000.00
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life and AD&D
- Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days
- Parental Leave
- Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Bobrick’s Culture: We view our culture as a competitive advantage and a foundation for continued success. Our positive and supportive culture encourages our people to do their best work every day. Bobrick respects work-life balance, has a strong commitment to employee development and attributes its success to four core values and their alignment with its employees, suppliers, sales representatives, distributors and other channel partners. We are dedicated to:
- Conduct all aspects of business honestly, ethically, and responsibly.
- Offer the best value.
- Treat each employee with dignity and as an individual
- Continuously improve everything we do.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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