Software Development Manager - Cloud & Web Platforms

Bright Horizons; Newton (MA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and ParD

401(k) retirement plan

Long-Term and short-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance and education

Caregiving support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Bright Horizons seeks a Manager, Software Development to lead a skilled team delivering cloud-based software solutions. You will oversee architecture, development across .NET/Java/Node.js, and frontend work with Angular/React, while guiding best practices and project delivery.

The role is hybrid, based in Newton, MA with onsite presence 3 days a week. The company emphasizes growth, collaboration, and work-life balance in a mission-driven education and care environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of application development and management.
• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Experience with Azure/AWS, .NET/Java/Node.js, and Angular/React.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software developers and architects.
• Design and implement scalable, high-performance software solutions using cloud services.
• Develop web applications with a focus on user experience using Angular/React.
• Ensure code quality through reviews and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
• Provide technical leadership in .NET and related technologies.
• Hands-on development involvement and fostering a culture of quality.
• Maintain documentation and report progress to management.
• Drive continuous improvement in architecture and processes.
• Manage timelines, resources, and risk assessments.
• Mentor team members through coaching and performance reviews.

Skills

Azure/AWS

.NET/Java/Node.js

Angular/React

Software architecture

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Bright Horizons seeks a Manager, Software Development to lead a skilled team delivering cloud-based software solutions. You will oversee architecture, development across .NET/Java/Node.js, and frontend work with Angular/React, while guiding best practices and project delivery.

The role is hybrid, based in Newton, MA with onsite presence 3 days a week. The company emphasizes growth, collaboration, and work-life balance in a mission-driven education and care environment.