Software Development Manager

BroadBean; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Health plan

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

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair Digital in the United States is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a talented team of engineers and drive delivery of high-quality software.

You will guide the lifecycle from planning to deployment, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to translate business needs into engaging user experiences.

This role emphasizes leadership, hands-on technical guidance, and a commitment to ongoing growth within a fast-paced media tech environment.

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 application development with focus on interactive UI/UX.
• Proven leadership skills to inspire and motivate a development team.
• Experience delivering across multiple platforms (web/mobile/desktop).
• Experience developing cloud-based or native desktop applications.

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 translate business requirements into web application features.
• Coach and mentor the engineering team for growth and high coding standards.
• Ensure adherence to standard SDLC practices and maintain quality across releases.
• Stay current with technology trends and best practices.

Skills

Software development management

Leadership

Web application development

Cross-functional collaboration

Cloud/native desktop apps

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Software Development Manager

Sinclair Digital is seeking 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 experiencein a management role
• Experience as a Software Development Manager or similar leadership role
• 5+ years of experience in web application development or native application or equivalent experience, 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 in 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 a strong attention to detail

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.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed.

Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H-1B visa, OPT-STEM employment, etc.

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
• employee stock purchase plan