Overview
Remote
Full Time
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Finance
Project Implementation
IT Management
Team Management
Project Planning
Electronic Data Interchange
Roadmaps
Customer Engagement
Collaboration
Sprint
Innovation
Testing
Software Development Methodology
Scrum
Kanban
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Scalability
Process Improvement
Resource Allocation
Recruiting
Professional Development
Emerging Technologies
Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Project Management
JIRA
Amazon Web Services
DevSecOps
Stakeholder Management
Work Breakdown Structure
Articulate
Communication
Clarity
SAFE
DSO
Program Management Office
PMO
Release Management
Agile
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Security Clearance
DoD
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Software Engineering
Software Development
Leadership
Management
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Job Details
Development Manager
Location: Remote
Description:
Seeking ahighly motivated and self-directed professional to fill an opening for a Development Manager role that will be responsible for leading software development teams, overseeing project execution, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. This role involves technical leadership, team management, project planning, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to align software solutions with business goals. The ideal candidate has a strong background in software development, Agile methodologies, and modern engineering best practices.
Job Responsibilities:
Partner with the Product Manager(s), Product Owners, Business Owners and key stakeholders to plan and support software development and application enhancements for the Payer EDI Product family.
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and stakeholders to define software requirements and technical roadmaps
Manage the SAFe / Agile and CE/CI/CD processes for Product teams.
Manage and provide oversight of all Agile ceremonies.
Establish and manage the scope / backlog in coordination with the business clients
Ensure all deadline commitments are tracked and managed for success
Coordinate release and Sprint planning with the Veterans Administration (VA) clients.
Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels.Foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Create and review technical designs for large and complex features
Provide oversite of the Software Development and Testing environments
Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Drive Agile best practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and CI/CD, to improve development efficiency.
Ensure code quality, performance, and scalability through code reviews and best practices.
Identify and implement process improvements, optimizing team performance and efficiency.
Manage and track resource allocation, hiring, and professional development of team members.
Stay up to date with emerging technologies, recommending tools and frameworks to enhance development.
Oversee risk management, compliance, and security considerations within the development process.
Required Skills:
Proficiency with Agile methodologies and project management tools (JIRA, AWS, DevSecOps).
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in creating work breakdown structures and development of program schedules and assigning software development team personnel to tasks.
Must have experience in tracking resources and expenditures and in ensuring program success
Exceptional Communication Skills: must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication abilities. This includes clear, articulate speech that is easy to understand, and precise, well-structured written communication with strong grammar.
Clarity and Professionalism in Interactions communicates ideas and information effectively to ensure easy understanding and engagement with diverse audiences.
Experience managing development and milestone schedules in an Agile / SAFe and DSO environment
Ability to work with development teams to remove impediments and escalate issues as needed.
Experience working with a Program Management Office (PMO) in support of Software Development and Release Management Activities
Proven track record of delivering complex software solutions in an enterprise environment.
Experience working in a fast-paced, Agile software development environment
Must possess excellent problem-solving skills
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Security clearance.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Experience working in VA or DOD environments
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 8+ years of experience in software development.
8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
3+ years of experience in a leadership or management role overseeing development teams.
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About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
Location: Remote
Description:
Seeking ahighly motivated and self-directed professional to fill an opening for a Development Manager role that will be responsible for leading software development teams, overseeing project execution, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. This role involves technical leadership, team management, project planning, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to align software solutions with business goals. The ideal candidate has a strong background in software development, Agile methodologies, and modern engineering best practices.
Job Responsibilities:
Partner with the Product Manager(s), Product Owners, Business Owners and key stakeholders to plan and support software development and application enhancements for the Payer EDI Product family.
Collaborate with product managers, architects, and stakeholders to define software requirements and technical roadmaps
Manage the SAFe / Agile and CE/CI/CD processes for Product teams.
Manage and provide oversight of all Agile ceremonies.
Establish and manage the scope / backlog in coordination with the business clients
Ensure all deadline commitments are tracked and managed for success
Coordinate release and Sprint planning with the Veterans Administration (VA) clients.
Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels.Foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Create and review technical designs for large and complex features
Provide oversite of the Software Development and Testing environments
Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Drive Agile best practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and CI/CD, to improve development efficiency.
Ensure code quality, performance, and scalability through code reviews and best practices.
Identify and implement process improvements, optimizing team performance and efficiency.
Manage and track resource allocation, hiring, and professional development of team members.
Stay up to date with emerging technologies, recommending tools and frameworks to enhance development.
Oversee risk management, compliance, and security considerations within the development process.
Required Skills:
Proficiency with Agile methodologies and project management tools (JIRA, AWS, DevSecOps).
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in creating work breakdown structures and development of program schedules and assigning software development team personnel to tasks.
Must have experience in tracking resources and expenditures and in ensuring program success
Exceptional Communication Skills: must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication abilities. This includes clear, articulate speech that is easy to understand, and precise, well-structured written communication with strong grammar.
Clarity and Professionalism in Interactions communicates ideas and information effectively to ensure easy understanding and engagement with diverse audiences.
Experience managing development and milestone schedules in an Agile / SAFe and DSO environment
Ability to work with development teams to remove impediments and escalate issues as needed.
Experience working with a Program Management Office (PMO) in support of Software Development and Release Management Activities
Proven track record of delivering complex software solutions in an enterprise environment.
Experience working in a fast-paced, Agile software development environment
Must possess excellent problem-solving skills
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Security clearance.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Experience working in VA or DOD environments
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 8+ years of experience in software development.
8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
3+ years of experience in a leadership or management role overseeing development teams.
#CJ
#dice
About HigherEchelon, Inc.
HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) organizational performance consulting firm with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.
HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.
By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:
HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.
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