Development Manager

Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile Strategic Planning & Execution: Define and communicate a clear vision for products and internal tools that aligns with company goals and objectives. Develop and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap and backlog, integrating insights from market research, stakeholder input, and customer feedback. Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software developers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members. Developer Support & Enablement: Technical Guidance: Provide hands-on assistance and mentorship to developers, helping them navigate complex coding challenges and architectural decisions. Resource Provisioning: Ensure that developers have access to the necessary tools, environments, and documentation to perform their tasks efficiently. Code Quality Assurance: Oversee code reviews and implement best practices to maintain high standards of code quality and consistency across the team. Skill Development: Identify skill gaps within the team and facilitate training sessions or workshops to promote continuous learning and professional growth. Workflow Optimization: Collaborate with developers to streamline development processes, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance overall productivity. Feedback Mechanisms: Establish regular check-ins and feedback loops to understand developer concerns, gather suggestions, and implement improvements accordingly. Project Management: Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. Implement Agile methodologies to enhance team productivity and adaptability. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables. Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical teams to ensure alignment and transparency. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement: Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes. Monitor and evaluate system performance, implementing improvements as necessary. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to proactively address challenges and opportunities.