What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of software development position at Quality IT Source, LLC?
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Define and implement the technical vision and roadmap for software development, ensuring alignment with company strategy
Team Management: Lead and mentor software development teams, including senior engineers, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Lifecycle Oversight: Manage the entire software development lifecycle — from planning and design to deployment and maintenance
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with product management, QA, operations, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions
Process & Quality: Drive high-quality development processes, including Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, and testing-in-production practices
Resource Planning: Oversee staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation to meet project and business needs
Technology Strategy: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating them into the development strategy
- Vendor & Partner Management: Collaborate with vendors and external partners to maximize value
Qualifications & Skills
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Experience: 5 years in software development with leadership experience; proven track record managing complex projects
Technical Expertise: Strong background in software architecture, development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, SAFe), and modern application development
Leadership Skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; ability to inspire and motivate teams