Product Development Manager (Integration & Delivery)

Overview

This management position is responsible for planning, managing, and general oversight a software development team located in Lincolnshire, IL which collaborates with global teams.

This team develops a web-based Windows PC application that runs on our global point-of-sale systems which sells and delivers diagnostic scan tool software.

Additionally, the team is responsible for a large number of web-based services supporting software sales and delivery. Key responsibilities include : Supporting the sale and delivery of software product upgrades on rigid schedules and the integrated software build process that combines the various components for the product.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct line management of software development and software quality associates operating in an agile methodology with a focus on secure software development
• Agile Product Owner responsibilities, including managing the team backlog and collaborating with the Product Manager on priorities and features
• Ownership of the product licensing system design, and software upgrade distribution systems released on rigid schedules
• Collaborate with diagnostic scan tool product managers and development managers on integrated builds, delivery of installers, and upgrade processes of scan tool software
• Collaborate with production factory teams on tools supporting the supply chain including production, customer care, and repair depot
• Collaboration with Information Technology team on hosting deployments, including delivery of run books and installers
• Develop team members - career development, skill improvement, and succession planning
• Contribute to the software development long range strategy, including management of quality, technical debt, and technical stack
• Manage and enhance key metrics to manage the performance of the software development team
• Collaborate with other Snap-on Groups and Divisions to execute product, support, and financial goals
• Oversee / sponsor Rapid Continuous Improvements (i.e. Lean Initiatives) within areas of responsibilty to drive cost out and improve the overall productivity and quality of the team

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Education :

• Bachelor's Degree : Engineering, Business Administration, or related, or equivalent experience
• Advanced degree preferred.

Years of Experience :

• 7 Years previous software development experience
• 5 Years previous managerial or leadership experience

Other Requirements :

• Team building skills with the ability to motivate associates
• Previous experience developing or managing development of hosted web-based systems and desktop application systems
• Experience with external hosting providers preferred
• Continuous Improvement (Lean) experience with a proven track record of achievements
• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Required travel : Rarely, but includes internationally

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran