Systems Development Engineering Manager

# Systems Development Engineering Manager Apply
** Job#: 3056139
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* Job Description:

** Systems Development Engineering Manager
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* Location:

** Cleveland, Ohio (Onsite)

Role Overview We are seeking a Systems Development Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for a global supply chain planning environment. This is a player-coach role requiring approximately 30-40% hands-on development. The manager will develop, modify, and execute policies to ensure the organization’s software applications are effective and efficient. This position involves overseeing the design, development, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems infrastructure and providing guidance for the entire development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
* Manage the activities of a department focused on software development and systems engineering.
* Provide tactical decision-making and handle unforeseen issues.
* Establish operational objectives, policies, and procedures, and delegate assignments to subordinates.
* Support talent strategy through hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development.
* Operate in a hands-on leadership capacity, contributing to architecture, design reviews, and complex troubleshooting.
* Oversee a 24/7 production support model, including incident triage, escalation, and resolution.
* Partner with business and IT stakeholders to balance enhancements, technical debt, and production support.
* Drive the strategy and success of larger projects that contribute to organizational goals.

Required Qualifications
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* Education:

** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. In lieu of a degree, at least 7 years of experience in application development or application engineering.
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* Experience:

*** 3+ years of direct management experience.
* 7+ years of experience in software engineering or application development.
* Strong, recent hands-on PL/SQL development experience, including performance tuning and optimization.
* Comfortable with coding and willing to remain 30-40% hands-on.
* Solid understanding of system integrations, integration patterns, and APIs.
* Experience supporting Supply Chain Planning and Purchasing systems in an enterprise environment.
* Must be willing to work in or relocate to Cleveland.
** Technical

Skills:

*** Experience with REST API integrations and supporting distributed application ecosystems.
* Working knowledge of Windows Server environments supporting enterprise applications.
* Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery practices.
* Experience with version control tools such as Git.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with Oracle APEX for application development and support.
* Experience with supply chain planning platforms such as Kinaxis or o9.
* Direct experience with Blue Yonder (JDA) platforms.
* Techno-functional understanding of Oracle Fusion SCM modules.
* Experience with integration platforms such as IBM MQ or Azure Integration Services.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms (Oracle Cloud, Azure, AWS) and cloud-native design principles.
* Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Dev Ops practices, and automated deployments.  
* Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
** Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application…