Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Software Development Manager
Department : Information Technology
Reports To : Vice President of IT
Location : Ohio (Hybrid / Remote options available)
Position Summary
The Software Development Manager leads a dynamic team of software engineers and developers, driving the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions. This role blends technical oversight with strategic leadership, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the software development lifecycle.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team Development
- Coach and mentor team members to support career growth, engagement, and satisfaction.
- Conduct performance evaluations and guide skill development through structured feedback and goal setting.
- Participate in hiring and team composition planning to ensure optimal resource alignment.
Project & Process Management
Lead strategic initiatives to improve software quality, performance, and delivery timelines.Collaborate with Product and Program Management to prioritize engineering initiatives, infrastructure changes, and feature requests.Manage vendor relationships and internal project execution, ensuring alignment with business goals.Technical Oversight
Work closely with software engineers and architects to ensure timely, successful, and high-quality releases.Review technical design specifications and contribute to architectural decisions that align with long-term IT strategy.Support multiple applications and projects requiring expertise across various technical environments.Agile & SDLC Excellence
Champion Agile methodologies and participate in Scrum of Scrums, roundtables, and leadership touchpoints to drive alignment and transparency.Identify gaps in processes or skillsets and implement strategies for short- and long-term improvement.Required Qualifications
Proven experience managing software development teams in an Agile environment.Strong understanding of SDLC, CI / CD, and modern development practices.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to balance hands-off leadership with technical credibility.Preferred Skills
Familiarity with .NET, SQL Server, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms (Azure / AWS).Experience with vendor management and Agile transformation initiatives.Why Join Us?
Fleet Response is consistently rated as a top workplace in Northeast Ohio. We offer a collaborative culture, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to work on impactful projects that drive real business value.