Manager - Software Development

• Leading and managing software development projects including design, development, testing, deployment, support, and enhancement of institutional applications.
• Supervising in-house developers and external vendors/service providers to ensure timely delivery, scalability, and security of applications.
• Driving adoption of modern frameworks, platforms, and practices including Laravel, CodeIgniter (CI), Python, Java-based technologies, OpenStack, and RESTful APIs.
• Managing databases such as MySQL, SQL Server, and ensuring efficient data modeling, performance tuning, and security compliance.
• Ensuring quality assurance, optimization, and IT security in all software deliverables. This includes code reviews, vulnerability testing, compliance with industry standards, and implementation of application-level security protocols.
• Preparing technical specifications for system integration across academic, administrative, and third-party systems (ERP, LMS, CRM, etc.).
• Overseeing smooth operations of key applications such as Learning Management Systems (Moodle, Open edX), BC-DC Digital Certification Management System, and other third-party licensed applications.
• Implementing and monitoring DevOps practices (CI/CD, version control, automated testing, deployment pipelines, containerization).
• Planning for server consolidation and optimization, leveraging OpenStack and cloud-based deployments to achieve scalability and cost efficiency.
• Ensuring application standardization (latest versions, frameworks, libraries) and establishing best practices in coding, security, and database management.
• Introducing new technologies (AI/ML, SMAC, APIs, etc.) aligned with institutional needs to enhance productivity of academic and administrative functions.
• Building a culture of continuous improvement by evaluating emerging technologies, upgrading platforms, and optimizing existing workflows.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in software development and IT systems management, of which at least 3 years must be in Software Development & Project Management, leadership/managerial roles.
• Proven experience in leading a team of software developers in a large ICT setup (preferably in an academic institution or enterprise environment with 1000+ nodes).
• Hands-on expertise with:
• Frameworks: Laravel, CodeIgniter, Spring, Django/Flask.
• Languages: Python, Java, PHP, JavaScript/Node.js.
• Databases: MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL.
• Platforms & Tools: OpenStack, Docker/Kubernetes, Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines.
• LMS Platforms: Moodle, Open edX.
• Strong knowledge of IT Security protocols, application hardening, and vulnerability management.
• Exposure to cloud infrastructure, microservices, and API-driven architectures.
• Familiarity with project management tools (Agile, Scrum, Jira, Trello).

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