AI-Driven Software Development Manager

Proven Recruiting, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Long-term career growth

Dynamic work environment

Amazing views from Downtown office

Job summary

Proven Recruiting is looking for a Software Development Manager in San Diego, CA to lead teams through the evolution of enterprise platforms and AI adoption. The role involves managing three technical teams, driving the adoption of AI-assisted tools, and providing architectural guidance. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience in Microsoft environments and a collaborative mindset. Offering a salary range of $175,000 to $225,000, the position includes excellent benefits within a mission-driven organization focused on sustainable energy.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent experience managing enterprise software developers in Microsoft environments.
• Proven ability to mentor teams through change and experience with transformative AI adoption.
• Collaborative mindset to adapt in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support three technical teams across data warehousing, Dynamics platforms, and web applications.
• Drive adoption of AI-assisted development tools and establish processes to improve delivery speed.
• Provide architectural guidance and oversight for code reviews.

Skills

Managing enterprise software developers

Microsoft environments (Entra, Azure, Power Platform, Foundry, .NET Core)

Mentoring teams through change

AI adoption

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Ready to lead teams through the next evolution of enterprise platforms and AI adoption? A large, mission-driven energy organization is seeking a Software Development Manager to help build an industry-leading client platform by modernizing infrastructure, centralizing systems, and enabling AI across the Microsoft ecosystem. Apply now!

Who you are:

• 2+ years of recent experience managing enterprise software developers in Microsoft environments (Entra, Azure, Power Platform, Foundry, and .NET Core) designing scalable and secure architecture, ideally with large data sets
• Proven ability to mentor teams through change, and experience with transformative AI adoption a big plus
• Collaborative and “roll with the punches” mindset and ability to reprioritize in a dynamic environment

What you’ll do:

• Lead and support three technical teams across data warehousing, Dynamics platforms, and web-based applications
• Drive adoption of AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) and help establish agentic processes to improve delivery speed
• Provide architectural guidance, code review oversight, and cybersecurity/compliance direction
• Partner with peer managers to share resources, balance priorities, and move initiatives forward in a fast-paced environment

Why work here:

• Visible leadership role with influence over AI strategy, architecture standards, and team growth
• Join a collaborative team in a dynamic work environment that offers long-term career growth
• High-impact modernization work supporting data across a national energy platform
• Excellent benefits and perks with a stable company focused on sustainable and efficient energy use, with amazing views from Downtown office in a hybrid position

What does this position pay?

Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education.

The role is expected to pay up to $175,000-$225,000. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

What’s next?

Please email your resume to [e-mail] if you’re excited to explore this opportunity with our client.

We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!