Software Development Manager

Position

We are looking for a Software Development Manager to lead one or more agile development teams in the design, development, and maintenance of our product portfolio.

• Provide management and leadership to one or more development teams working on new product design and maintenance of the existing product line.
• Work closely with the Software Architect to develop new products in accordance with agreed requirements and design specifications, ensuring a high level of product quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Software Architect, and Product Owners to distil disparate requirements into Features and Product Backlog Items suitable for multiple agile development teams.
• Ensure team backlogs are visible, clear, and prioritised to maximise output and value.
• Estimate development activities and create and manage a delivery plan to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Report progress against the delivery plan in a clear and open manner.
• Manage the agile development process, including facilitating daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Develop and mentor the team, setting a good example in timing commitments and maintaining a positive attitude.
• Manage the performance and career progression of software/firmware developers and testers.
• Demonstrate domain knowledge and share it across the team(s).

• Broad and extensive knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle process and its supporting technologies.
• Experience managing, leading, and motivating software engineering teams, particularly in an Agile environment.
• Strong ability to build inclusive, high‑performing teams, with excellent communication and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving and risk‑management skills.
• Ability to engage successfully with managers and stakeholders at all levels within the business.
• Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑managing to meet demands across multiple teams wherever possible.

• Experience using JIRA (or similar tool).
• Exposure to Aha!
• Exposure to Embedded technology software development practices and tools.
• Scrum certificate.
• SAFe certified.
• Agile
  
  PM or similar.

VITEC is an equal opportunity employer, and the only thing that matters to us is your ability to do this role.