Manager of Software Development
About The Position
Manager of Software Development Ottawa, ON Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technology is a pioneering company in the field of precision aerial delivery and recovery systems including the Sherpa™ family of GPS guided parafoils, Space Recovery Systems, LaunchPADS™ Multi-Mission Manager, SkyLink™ Parachutist Navigation and Situational Awareness System, and other support equipment. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, we have established ourselves as the industry leader. Our cutting-edge technologies and solutions are trusted by military and commercial customers worldwide. We are currently seeking an Manager of Software Development to lead our Ottawa based software team!
Requirements
- Proven experience as a software engineering leader.
- Track record of building performing teams.
- Experience of defining successful technical strategies and best practices that improve execution and team capability.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous embedded software experience working within complex system designs in an aviation, automotive or similar embedded systems development environment working to rigorous standards (e.g. RTCA DO-178B/C, DAL level A or B, or similar) would be a strong advantage.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and direction to the software development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Manage software development projects from inception to completion, including project planning, resource allocation, scheduling, and budgeting, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Provide technical oversight and guidance to the software development team, reviewing design specifications, code, and architecture, and ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
- Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to define product requirements, features, and functionalities, translating business requirements into technical solutions and project plans.
- Ensure the quality and reliability of software products through the implementation of quality assurance processes and procedures, including code reviews, testing, and quality metrics tracking.
- Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, developing risk management plans and contingency strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
- Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders, including senior management, customers, and cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Allocate and manage software development resources, including manpower, budget, and tools, to support project activities and meet project objectives and deadlines.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to software development team members, identifying strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth and development.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in software development processes, tools, and methodologies, identifying opportunities for optimization and enhancement to increase efficiency and productivity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
