Team Lead Software Development

WHO WE ARE

KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation. 

The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group across over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented intralogistics industry, are dedicated to making complexity simple.

One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

The TL SWDEV is responsible for the organizational disciplinary management of their team. TL SWDEV is responsible for the successful planning of the projects assigned to the team, so that the Leading Developer (LD) have the best possible condition to successfully execute the projects (in terms of quality, resources used and milestones/deadlines). The TL SWDEV is responsible for ensuring the team is stick to the development process. This position manages the projects assigned to him/her within the possible framework and represents decisions in this regard to external parties. If the project objectives are not achieved, the Team Lead has the option to escalate project with various stakeholders (internal and external to KNAPP). 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Regular monitoring and responsibility for the team's milestones and costs (hours) relevant to software development
• Checking incoming projects to see whether they can be implemented within the required time frame, taking into account the available resources and how actual implementation is possible.
• The TL makes an allocation from LD to project and can also consult with the head of department for this purpose
• Regular coordination with LD and developers in order to be able to recognize technical difficulties and possible delays in developments in good time
• Notification of superiors in the event of unexpected difficulties and delays in developments
• Organizing assessments within the team, also in collaboration with the LD
• Central point of contact for the team for organizational questions from outside the department regarding projects that are the responsibility of the team. Technical queries can be forwarded to the relevant LD or developer.
• Team-wide adherence to the current processes established in software development and interfaces to other departments
• Regular reporting on ongoing developments and changes in the project to the department management
• Scheduling of employees and developments in the resource plan and work schedule
• Approval of vacation and time off
• Passing on own knowledge to entrusted and other employees
• Organizing regular reviews of the LD's compliance with development targets
• Preparing and conducting job interviews with subsequent assessment of applicants.
• Moderate willingness to travel (approx. 2-4 weeks per year) in order to evaluate the developments made during and after the integration and to incorporate findings into subsequent projects. 

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Knowledge of employee management and conflict resolution
• Specialist knowledge in the field of software development.
• Understanding of warehouse logistics procedures, processes and solutions.
• Ability to process and communicate complex technical issues both orally and in writing.
• Written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of estimation methods established in the department for estimating effort in software development.
• Very good knowledge of internal processes and tools
• Knowledge of KNAPP products and how they work in the system

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Overtime (occasional) as required by work. 
• Travel is required (up to 10 %)
• Ability to travel by air domestically (US) and internationally (primarily Austria, other parts of Europe, and Canada)
• Authorization to work in the U.S
• Passport or ability to obtain passport
• Professional office etiquette is required at all times
• Physical requirements: sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, climbing a ladder, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

WHAT YOU WILL GET

KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law. 

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”