Senior Software Development Manager, Cloud

Senior Software Development Manager, Cloud Job Description

Posted Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Wenco International Mining Systems (), a subsidiary of Hitachi Construction Machinery (HCM), provides industry leading, innovative technologies to customers in the mining and material movement sectors, enabling sustainable and safe operations.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager, Cloud in Vancouver, BC
, to lead our cloud-based software initiatives. This role involves team management, resource allocation and prioritization, strategic technical planning and execution, mentoring for development teams and professional development of a multi-disciplinary team.

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Management
  • Build and manage a high-performing team of software engineers, quality analysts, UX Designers and Dev Sec Ops  engineers, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organisation.
  • Demonstrate efficiency and productivity gains through the application of appropriate AI capabilities.
• Strategic Planning
  • Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for software development aligned with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
  • Identify emerging technologies and trends to drive innovation and maintain competitiveness.
  • Collaborate with other departments (such as product management, marketing, and IT) to ensure alignment and support for software development initiatives.
• Project Management
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies as needed.
  • Allocate resources effectively and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines and goals.
• Technical Leadership
  • Provide technical guidance and expertise to the development team, including architecture design, coding standards, and best practices.
  • Stay current on industry trends and technological advancements and evaluate their potential impact on the organization's software development efforts.
  • Ensure adherence to technical and quality standards along with compliance requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (such as senior management, product owners, and business analysts) to gather requirements, define project scope, and manage expectations.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on project status, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
• Budgeting and Resource Allocation
  • Develop and manage the software development budget, including forecasting and tracking expenditures.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the software development function.
• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
  • Implement quality assurance processes and methodologies to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of software products.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback, conducting retrospectives, and implementing process enhancements.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of software development efforts and drive operational excellence.
• Evaluate and select third‑party vendors, contractors, or outsourcing partners as needed to support software development initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements to ensure deliverables meet quality standards and contractual obligations.

Experience and Knowledge

• 10+ years in software/systems engineering; 8+ years managing technology teams
• Bachelor of Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
• Experience fostering collaborative, inclusive teams, mentoring, and managing complex projects.
• Experience adapting to changes in technology, business requirements, and organizational priorities.
• Experience designing, architecting, and deploying applications in cloud environments.
• Knowledge of cloud‑native development practices and technologies, such as serverless computing, containers (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), microservices architecture, and cloud‑native databases.
• Experience with the application of AI tools and services product development and AI augmentation of engineering workflows.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
• Knowledge of and experience utilising software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and tools, particularly agile methodologies like Scrum and enterprise agile methodologies such as LeSS.
• Experience implementing security controls and monitoring mechanisms to protect cloud‑based applications and data.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to the organization's vertical and geographic locations.

Skills and Abilities

• Technical Proficiency
  • Strong understanding of software…