Software Development Manager

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Leadership development

Benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a talented engineering team in Kimberley, Canada. You will guide the development process, ensure timely delivery, and foster a collaborative, innovative work environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in software development with at least 2 years in a management or lead role, strong leadership, and excellent communication to manage stakeholders and drive cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years in software development with 2+ years in a management or lead role.
• Proven experience with Agile methodologies and project delivery.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering excellence.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment.
• Ensure timely delivery of software projects meeting quality standards.
• Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to define roadmaps.
• Implement and refine Scrum/Kanban to optimize team performance.
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Agile Methodologies

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Software Development

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Software Development Manager to lead their talented engineering team in Kimberley . This role requires a strong leader with a deep understanding of software development methodologies and a passion for building high-performing teams. You will be responsible for guiding the development process, ensuring timely delivery of quality software, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in managing software projects and mentoring engineers, with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Ensure the timely and successful delivery of software projects, meeting quality standards and business objectives.
• Collaborate with product management, stakeholders, and other departments to define project roadmaps and priorities.
• Implement and refine agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to optimize team performance.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support the professional growth of team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven experience managing software development projects using Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of various programming languages, software architectures, and development best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for leadership development and professional growth.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility for work-life balance.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking team culture in Kimberley .
• Engaging projects that impact the company's technological direction.