Manager of Software Development

Do it Best; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full insurance benefits package

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Bonus Pay opportunities

Retirement funding

Education reimbursement

Health club reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

True Value, part of the Do it Best Group, is seeking a Manager of Software Development in Fort Wayne, IN. You will lead a team of ~10 engineers, drive technical excellence, and balance speed with quality to deliver strategic software solutions.

You will be a technical leader and people manager, enabling growth, fostering innovation, and aligning efforts with business objectives in a collaborative, fast-paced retail tech setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of experience managing or leading software engineering teams.
• Proven ability to lead teams through complex technical projects from inception to delivery.
• Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including delivery frameworks, DevOps, and cloud-based architectures.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers, providing feedback and growth guidance.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, growth-oriented team culture.
• Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle from design to deployment and maintenance.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Design, and QA to ensure timely software releases.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance, code reviews, and architecture oversight as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and workflows.
• Communicate progress and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Communication

Software development

DevOps practices

Cloud architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

C#

Java

SQL

Event-driven architecture

Cloud services

Job description

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Level: Salary

Division / Department: IT

Reporting to position: Director of Software Development

Travel: N/A

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and people-focused Manager of Software Development to lead a team of approximately 10 talented Senior Software Engineers and Software Engineers. In this role, you will drive technical excellence, foster collaboration, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions that align with our strategic goals.

You will serve as both a technical leader and a people manager—empowering your team to grow, maintaining a culture of innovation and accountability, and ensuring the right balance between speed, quality, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software engineers, providing regular feedback, coaching, and career development guidance.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented team culture.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and goal-setting sessions.

Project & Delivery Management

• Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle- from design and development to deployment and maintenance.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Design, and QA to ensure timely and successful delivery of software releases.
• Prioritize projects, allocate resources effectively, and manage competing demands across the team.
• Ensure technical decisions align with business objectives and long-term architecture goals.

Technical Leadership

• Provide hands-on technical guidance, code reviews, and architecture oversight as needed.
• Champion engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, automation, and CI/CD.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and workflows.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to guide technical direction.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical deliverables.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Represent the engineering team in planning sessions, roadmap discussions, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• 2+ years of experience managing or leading software engineering teams.
• Proven ability to lead teams through complex technical projects from inception to delivery.
• Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including delivery frameworks, DevOps, and cloud-based architectures.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience leading distributed or hybrid teams.
• Hands-on experience with C#, Java, SQL, Event-driven Architecture, and cloud services.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, product-focused environment.
• Knowledge of retail and distribution business processes.

Benefits Available To You

• Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Profit sharing
• Bonus Pay opportunities
• Retirement funding opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• Health club reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities

About True Value

For more than 75 years, True Value has empowered independent retailers to become a recognized, trusted fixture on Main Streets everywhere through its iconic brand. From expansive product sets and market-customized assortments to innovative marketing programs and value-added services, True Value is the partner for all things hardware. Now part of the Do it Best Group, the world’s largest independent home improvement co-op, True Value continues to support thousands of stores globally while retaining an independent spirit, community focus, and its trusted legacy brand.