Sr. Software Development Manager

14 hours ago

Markham Ontario, York region, Canada Vaco Full time

Summary: We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Development Manager with a strong background as a full-stack Java developer and Angular developer. This role is based in our technology office in Markham, Ontario.


This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 2-3 days in the office depending on the location of hire. The ideal candidate would reside in the Toronto or Waterloo area.


The Sr. Software Development Manager will oversee the delivery of technical projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role includes managing a team of ~14 onshore, offshore, and vendor resources, providing leadership, mentoring, and performance management to ensure high-quality delivery and alignment with business objectives. The Technical Delivery Manager will act as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and clients, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.


Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team:
  • Provide hands-on leadership to a team of ~14 software engineers, including both onshore and offshore resources.
  • Mentor and guide team members in best practices for software development and project execution.
  • Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and foster a collaborative team environment.
  • Drive Technical Excellence:
  • Utilize your expertise as a full-stack Java and Angular developer to oversee and contribute to the development of software solutions.
  • Ensure the technical quality, reliability, and scalability of all software deliverables.
  • Promote and implement best practices in coding, testing, and system architecture.
  • Manage Agile Development:
  • Lead an agile team to deliver new product features, system performance improvements, and scalability enhancements.
  • Facilitate agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
  • Ensure effective backlog management and prioritization of tasks to meet project goals.
  • Enhance System Performance and Scalability:
  • Identify and address performance bottlenecks and scalability issues in core applications.
  • Implement solutions to improve system efficiency and ensure high availability.
  • Oversee Production Support:
  • Manage escalations and provide timely resolution for production support issues.
  • Coordinate with other teams to ensure that critical issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
  • Maintain Technology Stack Currency:
  • Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends.
  • Drive the adoption of new technologies and practices to keep the IT technology stack current and competitive.
  • Vendor Management:
  • Manage relationships with third-party vendors and service providers.
  • Oversee the evaluation, selection, and performance of vendors to ensure they meet contractual obligations and performance standards.
  • Coordinate with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery of services and products.
  • Stakeholder Communication:
  • Act as the primary contact for stakeholders regarding project status, technical issues, and requirements.
  • Ensure transparent and effective communication between onshore and offshore teams.
  • Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance team productivity and project outcomes.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the development process.


Required Skills, Education, and Experience:

  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in software development, including at least 3-5 years in a managerial role leading onshore and offshore teams.
  • Minimum 8 years of development experience in modern Java technologies.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience developing web-based applications.
  • Prior experience in a senior developer role with technical team lead responsibilities for an agile team with offshore members.
  • BSc/BA in computer science, engineering, or a relevant field; MSc/MA preferred.
  • Solid full-stack developer and design patterns expertise.
  • Professional experience with modern Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Angular, Node, and MVC web-based applications.
  • Experience using and implementing REST-based web services.
  • Proficiency with AWS cloud technologies.
  • Strong SQL, Redis, DB migration tools, and AWS RDS skills.
  • Professional experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Self-motivated and directed, with the ability to effectively prioritize, assign, and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
  • Managing client support issues and escalations.
  • Experience with Agile, TDD, and BDD methodologies is a must.
  • Professional experience with monitoring tools like DataDog.
  • Knowledge of accounting software is an asset.
  • Other AWS experience (Cognito, S3, etc.) is an asset.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop team members.
  • Excellent project management skills, including experience with Agile and traditional methodologies.
  • Proven experience in stakeholder management and effective communication.
  • Technical proficiency in relevant technologies and a strong understanding of software development processes.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships.
  • High level of initiative and a proactive approach to project challenges.

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