Software Development Manager - Napoli - Ibrido

Overview

Software Development Manager – Napoli – Hybrid

This role reports to the Product Business Unit and oversees the technical design, development, and testing of client software solutions. The manager will coordinate project planning, execution, and delivery, manage resources, and ensure goals are achieved on time and within budget.

The Client is a leading IT company in the Ferry industrial sector, seeking a manager for its Product Development.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating software releases with relevant stakeholders.
• Establishing development timelines and milestones in accordance with the Platform Roadmap.
• Monitoring implementation progress to ensure timely completion.
• Allocating resources by assigning and supervising developers based on skills, motivation, and priorities.
• Leading and mentoring development teams, providing technical leadership through coaching, mentorship, and regular 1:1 meetings.
• Identifying growth opportunities within the team.
• Leading performance evaluations and contributing to recruitment through technical interviews.
• Ensuring cost-effective development practices, monitoring expenses, and maintaining adherence to budget.
• Promoting a cost-efficient approach by minimizing unnecessary development effort without compromising quality.
• Enforcing coding standards and practices.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Ensuring comprehensive documentation throughout all development phases and maintaining technical documentation.
• Monitoring build, test activities, resource utilization, and resolving escalated issues.
• Upholding high quality standards and adhering to DevOps practices and tools.
• Collaborating with Architects and Engineers to improve efficiency and quality.
• Producing clear and comprehensive release notes for each software version.
• Fostering a collaborative and productive team environment and ensuring effective communication within the team and with other BU leads.
• Conducting performance reviews and providing feedback to the BU Director.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience managing software development teams, preferably in international projects.
• At least 5 years of hands-on programming experience in Java.
• Proficiency in Java, Angular, Vaadin, SQL, Spring, Hibernate, RESTful Services, XML, Web Services (JAX-WS), HTML5 & CSS3, .NET, Oracle DB, MySQL, Tomcat, IntelliJ, Linux, Windows, Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, Ansible, and DevOps tools.
• Proven ability to deliver Java-based software products for diverse clients.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, including Agile, V-Model, and Test-Driven Development.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence for planning, reporting, and scope management.
• Ability to review code and provide technical guidance.
• Professionalism and flexibility to adapt quickly to changing requirements.
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
• Strong team leadership and mentorship skills for guiding, motivating, and developing team members.
• Experience with requirements management, configuration management, bug tracking, and monitoring/help desk procedures is highly valued.
• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or an equivalent field.