Software development Manager- .Net

Software development Manager- .Net

Location: Fully Remote

Need Security clearance OR prior federal agency exp

Responsibilities:

Leadership & People Management

• Mentor & Coach: Manage a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and psychological safety.
• Performance Management: Set clear goals, conduct regular 1-on-1s, provide constructive feedback, and guide career development paths for team members.
• Talent Acquisition: Partner with HR to recruit, interview, and onboard top-tier engineering talent.

Technical Strategy & Architecture

• Oversee the design and development of robust, scalable, and secure applications using the modern .NET ecosystem.
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices, including code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and security protocols.
• Balance the delivery of new features with the reduction of technical debt and modernization of legacy systems.

Delivery & Collaboration

• Agile Execution: Lead agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) to ensure predictable and high-quality delivery cycles.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with Product Managers, DevOps, QA, and UX/UI designers to translate business requirements into technical roadmaps.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify technical bottlenecks and project risks early, communicating proactively with stakeholders to unblock the team.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Management Experience: 3+ years of experience directly managing engineering teams, with a proven track record of delivering complex software projects.
• Technical Background: 10+ years of hands-on software development experience, with deep expertise in the .NET ecosystem.

Technical Skills:

• Mastery of C#, .NET Core / .NET 6/8+, ASP.NET Core, and Web APIs.
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, DDD (Domain-Driven Design), and OOP principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Strong knowledge of CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins).
• Proficient with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and familiarity with NoSQL solutions (MongoDB, Redis).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities