IT Manager (Software Development)

MANPOWER STAFFING SERVICES (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing services firm is seeking an experienced IT Manager in Singapore to lead a development team and oversee technology projects. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of development experience and at least 3 years in a managerial position, focusing on technical strategies and project execution. Candidates should possess strong programming skills, understanding of cloud technologies, and excellent leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing development team.
• Manage all phases of project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Define and implement the technical vision and strategy for projects.
• Establish and promote best practices for coding and software quality.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand project requirements.
• Oversee resource allocation and identify potential risks.

Skills

Proficiency in multiple programming languages (HTML, CSS, .NET, JavaScript, Python)

Deep understanding of software architecture

Database management

Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Agile methodologies

CI/CD processes

DevOps practices

Project management

Resource allocation

Team development

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Information Technology and/or Business and Finance

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic IT Manager to lead our development team and oversee the successful delivery of technology projects. This role involves providing technical leadership, ensuring high-quality development standards, and driving alignment between business objectives and technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing development team, fostering a collaborative and results‑driven environment.
• Project Oversight: Manage all phases of project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Technical Strategy & Architecture: Define and implement the technical vision and strategy for projects, making key decisions around system architecture and technology stacks.
• Development Best Practices: Establish and promote best practices for coding, software quality, testing, and development methodologies to ensure high standards across the team.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with business stakeholders to understand and define project requirements, scope, and objectives, ensuring alignment between technical solutions and business needs.
• Resource & Risk Management: Oversee resource allocation, identify potential risks, and implement strategies for risk mitigation, ensuring smooth cross‑functional collaboration and project integration.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology and/or Business and Finance

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including HTML, CSS, .NET, JavaScript, Python, and others.
• Deep understanding of software architecture, database management, and cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Hands‑on experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD processes, and DevOps practices to ensure efficient and scalable development workflows.
• Proven ability to lead and manage development teams, with strong experience in project management, resource allocation, and team development.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical challenges and collaborate across teams.
• Prior experience in the manufacturing sector is a plus, with an understanding of industry‑specific challenges and solutions.
• Minimum of 8 years of development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role, driving technical initiatives and team performance.

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Bedok

Budget: Up to $9K