Software Development Manager

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Technology Innovation Software Development Manager to lead a team of software developers and innovation specialists. You will own the delivery lifecycle for delegated software products, coordinating with IT, networking, cybersecurity, and data teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions.

The role requires guiding sprint planning, backlog management, and technical reviews while mentoring engineers to uphold coding standards and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
• 6+ years of software development experience, including at least 1–2 years coordinating or leading a development team.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering software products through the full development life cycle.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, remain flexible, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Hands-on experience across the full software development life cycle, from development through testing, release, and maintenance.
• Experience leading or coordinating a team of developers — assigning work, prioritizing a backlog, and conducting code reviews.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to translate requirements into clear technical tasks and explain progress to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Agile/Scrum methodologies and sprint-based delivery.
• Strong software development background in one or more modern programming languages and frameworks, with working knowledge of version control (Git/GitHub) and project management and collaboration tools (JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Miro, etc.).
• Experience managing or mentoring a small team of junior developers preferred.
• Familiarity with Esri GIS products and enterprise geospatial solutions preferred.
• Familiarity with Autodesk CAD products preferred.
• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure preferred.
• Experience with AI/ML platforms (Azure AI, OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, AWS SageMaker) preferred.
• Understanding of containerization and cloud-native technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, serverless platforms) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day work of a team of software developers, assigning and prioritizing tasks, balancing workloads, and removing blockers to keep delivery on track.
• Own the software development life cycle for assigned products, including backlog management, sprint planning, technical review, testing coordination, release planning, and ongoing enhancements.
• Mentor and support developers through code reviews, pair programming, and regular feedback, fostering strong coding practices and consistent standards across the team.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring deliverables are on time, on budget, and aligned with quality standards.
• Conduct demos, sprint reviews, and progress updates for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate closely with Enterprise IT, networking, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and aligned with firmwide technology standards.
• Support testing, QA, and bug triage to maintain product quality and reliability.
• Maintain the team's development tooling and workflows, including enterprise GitHub repositories and CI/CD pipelines.
• Help onboard and train new developers on the team's tools, codebase, and development processes.

Skills

Software development

Agile/Scrum

Team leadership

Code reviews

Backlog management

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

AI/ML platforms

Geospatial familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Git/GitHub

JIRA

Confluence

Azure DevOps

Miro

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News‑Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Technology Innovation Software Development Manager to join its Technology Innovation Group. This individual will lead the delivery of software solutions; manage, mentor, and prioritize the work of a team of software developers and innovation specialists; and coordinate closely with the Senior Enterprise IT, networking, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and aligned with firmwide technology standards. In this role, you will own the delivery lifecycle for delegated software products, including requirements gathering, backlog management, sprint planning, technical review, testing coordination, release planning, and ongoing enhancements.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day work of a team of software developers, assigning and prioritizing tasks, balancing workloads, and removing blockers to keep delivery on track.
• Own the software development life cycle for assigned products, including backlog management, sprint planning, technical review, testing coordination, release planning, and ongoing enhancements.
• Mentor and support developers through code reviews, pair programming, and regular feedback, fostering strong coding practices and consistent standards across the team.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring deliverables are on time, on budget, and aligned with quality standards.
• Conduct demos, sprint reviews, and progress updates for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate closely with Enterprise IT, networking, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data teams to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and aligned with firmwide technology standards.
• Support testing, QA, and bug triage to maintain product quality and reliability.
• Maintain the team's development tooling and workflows, including enterprise GitHub repositories and CI/CD pipelines.
• Help onboard and train new developers on the team's tools, codebase, and development processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
• 6+ years of software development experience, including at least 1–2 years coordinating or leading a development team.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering software products through the full development life cycle.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, remain flexible, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Hands‑on experience across the full software development life cycle, from development through testing, release, and maintenance.
• Experience leading or coordinating a team of developers — assigning work, prioritizing a backlog, and conducting code reviews.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to translate requirements into clear technical tasks and explain progress to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Agile/Scrum methodologies and sprint‑based delivery.
• Strong software development background in one or more modern programming languages and frameworks, with working knowledge of version control (Git/GitHub) and project management and collaboration tools (JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Miro, etc.).
• Experience managing or mentoring a small team of junior developers preferred.
• Familiarity with Esri GIS products and enterprise geospatial solutions preferred.
• Familiarity with Autodesk CAD products preferred.
• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure preferred.
• Experience with AI/ML platforms (Azure AI, OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, AWS SageMaker) preferred.
• Understanding of containerization and cloud‑native technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, serverless platforms) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Sound judgment capability and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes full‑time employment company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement. Langan offers employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, buddy and mentoring programs, and much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

Pay Range

$130,000—$150,000 USD

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