Manager I, IT Software Engineering (Enterprise Data) - (Hybrid)

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Job Summary

The Manager I, IT Software Engineering (Enterprise Data) will oversee development teams and ensure the successful delivery of software applications and data systems for the effective management, security, and analysis of data products that meet business requirements. This role involves both leadership and technical responsibilities, including managing day-to-day operations, mentoring team members, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Job Responsibilities:
Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software development team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Manage team workload, ensuring work is completed on time and within scope.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and create development plans for team members.
• Facilitate effective communication between the development team and other departments.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging continuous learning and development.

Work Management

• Assist in the planning and execution of IT development activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor work progress, identify risk, in alignment with strategies.
• Remove barriers or impediments for team.
• Ensure that all work adheres to established quality standards and best practices.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources as needed.

Technical Expertise

• Provide technical guidance and support to the development team, troubleshooting complex issues as they arise.
• Ensure the team follows industry best practices, including code reviews, testing, and documentations.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends, and evaluate their potential application within the organization.
• Collaborate with senior management to define technology strategy and roadmap for the team.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Ensure clear communication of work status, challenges, and solutions to all stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between the development team and other IT teams, ensuring seamless integration and alignment across areas.
• Foster strong relationships with external vendors and partners, ensuring that their contributions align with the organization’s development goals.

Process Improvement

• Continuously assess and improve development processes, methodologies, and tools to increase efficiency and quality.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators to measure team performance and delivery success.

The above statement of duties is not intended to be all inclusive and other duties will be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or related professional work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 1 year in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience leading development teams and delivering successful software projects.
• Proficient understanding of multiple programming languages such as Java, C#, Python or similar.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies
• Understanding of scaled agile technical delivery, technical operations or technical solutions architecture.
• Proficient understanding of version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, such as Azure, and modern application architectures (microservices, RESTful APIs, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple streams of work simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to balance technical and business considerations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the financial services or insurance industry and the various regulations within that space
• Experience managing both local and remote employees (including off-shore Teams)
• Experience with Data Engineering and Data Science
• Experience with implementing or working with Master Data Management Solutions, Data Governance, and Data Fabric implementations

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If you’re ready to help make a difference, apply today. A resume is required to apply. TruStage may process applicant information using an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool. This tool automatically generates a screening score based on how well applicant information matches the requirements and qualifications for the position. TruStage recruiters use the screening score as a guide to further evaluate candidates; the score is one component of an application review and does not automatically determine whether a candidate moves forward. Candidates may choose to opt out of this process.

Compensation may vary based on the job level, your geographic work location, position incentive plan and exemption status.

Base Salary Range:

$111,800.00 - $167,700.00

At TruStage, we believe a sound, inclusive benefits program is of vital importance, along with a flexible workplace that allows for work-life balance, career growth and retirement assistance. In addition to your base pay, your position may be eligible for an annual incentive (bonus) plan. Additional benefits available to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability plans, parental leave, paid time off, 401k, and tuition reimbursement, just to name a few. Beyond pay and benefits, we also recognize that flexibility, including working in a place you prefer, is essential to caring for our employees. We will continue to strive to offer flexibility and invest in technology and other tools that will make hybrid working normal rather than an exception, so that when “life happens,” you can focus on what’s most important.

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