Development Manager (Java) - Tampa HYBRID

Confidential Jobs; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software solutions company based in Tampa, FL is seeking a Development Manager (Java) to lead a team of software engineers in the design and maintenance of a SaaS-based application platform. In this hybrid role, you will provide technical leadership, ensure adherence to best practices, and support critical system escalations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Java and Spring Boot, with a strong background in managing development teams. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and US Citizenship or Green Card status.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in application design and development using Java and Spring Boot.
• 3+ years of experience managing or mentoring development teams.
• Experience supporting off-hours escalations and system troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support for architectural design.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical issues.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Software engineering best practices

Scrum/Agile

Technical guidance

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Overview

The Development Manager (Java) will lead a small team of software engineers responsible for building and maintaining our SaaS-based application platform. This role oversees both front-end and back-end development efforts within a Java, Spring Boot, React, and Angular environment. The manager will provide hands-on technical leadership, drive adherence to coding standards and best practices, and also serve as the first line of defense for critical system escalations, including after-hours incident response support.

This is a hybrid role based in our Tampa office (on-site Tuesday through Thursday).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support for architectural design, system performance, and scalability.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical issues, including after-hours emergency support and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) documentation.
• Champion software engineering best practices, including SDLC management, architecture, code reviews, reusability, performance optimization, and quality assurance.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and executive leadership to ensure alignment with business goals and successful rollout of client-facing solutions.
• Oversee both onshore and offshore teams, providing mentorship, performance management, and staffing guidance.
• Manage external consultants and vendors to ensure contractual compliance and delivery against established timelines.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive communication and planning with leadership.
• Support the hiring and onboarding of new developers by participating in interviews and evaluations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in application design and development using Java and Spring Boot.
• 3+ years of experience managing or mentoring development teams and overseeing complex projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting off-hours escalations, system troubleshooting, and root cause analysis required.
• Strong understanding of web technologies.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a Scrum/Agile environment and leverage project management tools.
• Deep knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and object-oriented design principles.
• Experience gathering requirements, defining technical specifications, and identifying non-functional needs.
• Forward-thinking mindset with an understanding of how AI technologies can enhance development processes and productivity.
• Must be a Green Card Holder or US Citizen to be considered for this opportunity.

Location & Schedule

Location: Tampa, FL. This is a hybrid role with on-site presence required Tuesday–Thursday.

Employment type

Full-time