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Director of software development

Quality IT Source, LLC
Emeryville, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026

 

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 

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