Software Development Manager

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Software Development Manager Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead a small, high-performing engineering team developing advanced software solutions . This role combines hands‑on .NET development in C++ and C# with a true player‑coach leadership style, balancing direct coding responsibilities with team leadership, project planning, and cross‑functional collaboration. You will work closely with customers and end users to understand how inspection systems are used in the field, translate their needs into robust software solutions, and support a large installed base of legacy systems.

• Lead a small team of software engineers developing .NET applications and services.
• Design, develop, and maintain .NET applications using C++ and C#, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Implement new features and functionalities based on customer requirements, industry standards, and internal product roadmaps.
• Collaborate closely with customers and end users to understand how inspection systems are applied in the field, gather requirements, and provide responsive technical support.
• Support and enhance a large installed base of legacy inspection systems, ensuring continuity, stability, and performance improvements.
• Integrate software solutions with external hardware components such as cameras, sensors, and industrial control devices.
• Work with hardware engineers to ensure seamless communication between software and inspection devices, including troubleshooting hardware‑related issues when needed.
• Analyze and optimize software performance to achieve high throughput and low latency in production environments.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, scalability issues, and reliability concerns across the software stack.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and performance tests to ensure software quality, reliability, and regression coverage.
• Apply sound software design principles, patterns, and best practices throughout the full development lifecycle, from requirements through deployment and maintenance.
• Lead and facilitate agile practices such as sprint planning, stand‑ups, and retrospectives, ensuring effective prioritization and delegation of work.
• Collaborate with a distributed engineering team, including colleagues in Austria, to share code, align on architecture, and coordinate project execution.
• Participate in planning and project management activities, including defining timelines, managing dependencies, and tracking progress against milestones.
• Engage directly with customers on‑site as needed to diagnose and resolve unexpected issues, including hands‑on interaction with machinery and inspection equipment.
• Provide clear, inspiring communication to both the local and international teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute ideas and guidance on leveraging emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning, particularly in modernizing and refactoring existing code into C# while maintaining control and stability.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and support requests, balancing responsiveness with respect for work‑life boundaries.
• Participate as a member of the broader leadership team, contributing to strategic decisions related to products, technology direction, and team development.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in .NET software development with a strong focus on C++ and C# and the .NET framework.
• At least 3 years of experience in a direct leadership or management role, leading software engineering teams.
• Proven experience developing software for industrial or manufacturing applications, including interfacing with and controlling external hardware such as cameras and sensors.
• Strong proficiency in C# and C++ for building .NET applications and services.
• Solid understanding of software design principles, design patterns, and best practices across the full software development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a player‑coach, balancing hands‑on…