Software Development Manager

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation days

Personal days

Holidays

Employee stock plan

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group's Sinclair Digital seeks a Software Development Manager to lead a talented team of engineers, drive high‑quality software deliveries, and foster a collaborative, innovative environment. You will guide the full software lifecycle, translate business needs into web features, and mentor engineers while staying current with modern tools and best practices.

This full‑time role requires 6+ years in software leadership, strong cross‑platform experience, and a passion for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of software development experience in a management role.
• Experience as a Software Development Manager or similar leadership role.
• 5+ years of experience in web or native app development with strong UX focus.
• Proven ability to inspire and motivate a team to deliver goals.
• Experience delivering across multiple platforms.
• Experience developing cloud-based or native desktop applications.
• Knowledge of multiple development frameworks and tools across Mac, Windows, and Linux.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; translate complex concepts clearly.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers and foster a high-performing environment.
• Guide creation of innovative consumer-focused experiences.
• Manage the full software development lifecycle from planning to deployment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into features.
• Coach and mentor the engineering team to grow professionally.
• Ensure adherence to SDLC and maintain high coding standards.
• Stay current with technology innovations, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Agile

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

SDLC

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Mac OS

Windows

Linux

Job description

Software Development Manager

Sinclair Digital seeks a highly motivated and experienced Software Development Manager to lead and empower a talented team of software engineers. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the successful delivery of high‑quality software, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment, and ensuring the continuous growth and development of your team members. You will leverage your technical expertise, leadership skills, and agile management experience to guide the team towards achieving ambitious goals and contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing environment
• Guide the creation of new, innovative and highly engaging consumer‑focused interactive experiences
• Manage the entire software development lifecycle, from project planning to deployment and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into web application features and functionality
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, while continuing to coach and mentor the engineering team
• Manage the engineering team to adhere to standard software development lifecycle and maintain high coding standards
• Stay current with the latest technology innovations, tools, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of software development experience in a management role
• Experience as a Software Development Manager or similar leadership role
• 5+ years of experience in web application development or native application development, with a focus on effective interactive UIs and UX design principles
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team of developers to deliver committed goals
• Experience delivering across multiple platforms simultaneously
• Experience developing cloud‑based or native desktop applications
• Knowledge of multiple development frameworks and tools across Mac, Windows, and Linux
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary compensation range for this role is $150,000 to $180,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full‑time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Note: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H‑1B visa, OPT‑STEM employment, etc.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.