Software Developer Manager

Job Title: Software Development Manager

Location: Dallas, TX (On-Site)

Duration: Direct Hire

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Leader to guide and grow a high-performing team of developers and analysts. This role blends hands-on technical leadership with strategic oversight, driving delivery of modern applications, integrations, and cloud-based solutions aligned with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate is a strong technologist, people leader, and change agent who thrives in complex enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software developers and analysts, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural direction for complex development initiatives.
• Advise IT and business leadership on emerging technologies, innovation opportunities, and long-term technical strategy.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and innovation across the team.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and constructive feedback.
• Manage resource allocation, capacity planning, and project portfolio prioritization.
• Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and project risks through proactive planning and governance.

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10 years of professional software development experience.
• 5 years in technical leadership or people management roles.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring development teams of 5 or more.
• Demonstrated success leading organizational change and technology modernization initiatives.
• Strong track record of successful project delivery in enterprise or corporate environments.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels.

Technical Expertise

• Expert-level proficiency in the .NET ecosystem (C#, ASP.NET Core).
• Experience with modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks such as Angular, React, and Next.js.
• Deep experience with Azure cloud services (App Services, Functions, Azure DevOps) and/or equivalent AWS platforms.
• Strong knowledge of modern API development (REST, GraphQL), microservices architecture, and containerization.
• Extensive experience with DevOps tooling and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing.
• Advanced SQL expertise with experience across both relational and NoSQL databases.
• Understanding of cloud security principles, compliance frameworks, and best practices.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and workflows.