Software Development Manager

Job Description

About Us

We are a dynamic SaaS company building innovative software solutions that make a difference in the Environmental Health Risk and Safety industry. Our collaborative team is passionate about technology and committed to excellence. We're looking for a talented Software Development Manager to join our team in San Diego, CA and help drive our technical vision forward.

**THIS IS AN ON SITE/IN PERSON POSITION IN SAN DIEGO, CA 92127.**

The Opportunity

As our Software Development Manager, you'll lead our software development efforts, manage a talented team of developers, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software products. This role is critical in advancing innovation and technical excellence within our organization. We currently have 1 opening for this position and we're looking for great candidates like you!

What You'll Do:

Provide strategic technical leadership and management for our software development team

Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment

Manage all the devices and applications team members use in the project such as project management, source control, CI/CD pipeline, cloud hosting, IDEs, and other development tools.

Manage strategic timelines, resources, and budgets and allowing time for resolution for unexpected issues internally and externally

Develop and maintain team processes, methodologies, and best practices

Collaborate closely with product management, design, and other cross-functional teams

Ensure high-quality code standards and implementation of robust testing protocols

Regular research and evaluation of emerging technologies and their potential impact on our business

Assess and recommend cutting-edge technologies that could improve our development efficiency, enhance product capabilities and provide competitive advantages in the market

Drive continuous improvement in development practices and team performance

Participate in technical architecture discussions and solution design

Assist in recruitment efforts in hiring the right team member

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members

Mentor and coach development team members, promoting professional growth and skill development

Perform code reviews and enhancements

Other duties as assigned

What We are Looking For:

Work Experience:

7+ years of software development experience

5+ years of proven management experience in a software development environment

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Strong hands-on technical background with expertise in modern programming languages and frameworks

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate high-performing technical teams

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong rapport and ability to develop and maintain professional relationships both internally and externally

Proven track record of successful project delivery

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., C#, MVC, .NET, JAVA JavaScript, SQL, MICROSOFT TOOLS, SQL Server experience, etc.

Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies

Familiar with CI/CD pipeline development

Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns

Expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure,)

Version control systems (TFS)

Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

Strong leadership and team-building capabilities

Excellent verbal and written communication

Adaptability and openness to emerging technologies

Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Recognized servant leader

What We Offer

Competitive salary range: $140,000-$155,000 per year DOE

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Work with cutting-edge technologies

Being part of a team that values technical excellence

Comprehensive Benefits:

401K Retirement with a generous 6% employer match – 100% vested immediately

Medical Coverage (HMO & PPO options) – 100% paid by employer for you, spouse, and children

Employer-paid life insurance

Dental and Vision coverage

Accrued Vacation Hours

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Wellness Program including weekly chair massage and in-office gym

Training and advancement opportunities

Company-provided daily office snacks

Dog-friendly office

Work Schedule & Location

Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM with 1-hour lunch break

On-site position in San Diego, CA 92127

Physical Requirements

This position primarily involves computer work in an office environment and may occasionally require lifting/moving items up to 50 pounds.

How to Apply

If you're excited about leading technical innovation and building great software with a talented team, we'd love to hear from you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at our company. The statements above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Full-time