Software Development Manager

We are currently looking for a standout Software Development Manager who embodies all our clients values: This is a Dublin-based role as our headquarters are in Blanchardstown. However, you would have the flexibility to work under hybrid conditions where you can work from home up to two days of the working week.

As the Software Development Manager, you will work closely with the entire Management Team as well as lead, manage, motivate and inspire our software solutions development team. You will challenge our team to work outside their comfort zones, inspire them to do their best work, and empower each engineer with the support and resources needed to grow and develop. You will provide technical oversight and mentorship as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Leading and managing an in-house software solutions team of engineers in our Dublin and overseas offices
Working with our clients to analyse, develop and deliver technical solutions and software functionality and that meet their business needs
Reporting projects’ status, coordinating and liaising with our Project Managers
Participate in technical, design and product discussions with other business leaders and stakeholders
Strong knowledge of best practices, code reviews
Experience influencing software engineering culture and uplifting team standards
Practical and pragmatic familiarity with moden software development practices such as DevOps, Agile,TDD etc.
Directing key software architecture and infrastructure decisions
Aiding in the development of the engineering processes, including standards, documentation, QA processes, build, and configuration management

Skills Required:

A minimum of 5 years’ experience leading software development and teams
You must have a track record of delivering large-scale software systems on time
Strong experience with both back-end and front-end technologies such as but not limited to: VB.Net, SQL, C#, WinForms, ASP.Net, MVC (Desirable)
Experience in dealing with internal and external stakeholders, with a strong customer orientation
Ability to handle multiple diverse priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience as a Software Developer – progression through the ranks to management (desirable)
Knowledge of the Meat Processing industry (highly desirable)

Benefits:

Spacious and modern office environment (soon to undertake further renovations)
Full canteen facilities with free tea, coffee, bread, fresh fruit and a vending machine for staff use
Encouragement, guidance and support for those that want to self-improve and up-skill
Free car parking
Team cultural events
Time in lieu for overtime worked
Hybrid working model
Flexible working hours (possible)
Extra days’ holiday per year of service
Finish Early Fridays – Finish 90 minutes earlier than you would normally Monday-Thursday
No meetings Wednesdays
Refer a friend scheme
Pension scheme eligible after probation
Bonus Scheme (negotiated)