Manager, Software Development and Engineering
About The Position
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you. Manager, Software Development and Engineering Job Summary The Manager, Software Development and Engineering at NDCHealth Corporation will lead and mentor a team of software engineers in the design, development, and maintenance of innovative healthcare technology solutions. This role is responsible for driving technical excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in software development, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex software projects.
- Strong understanding of modern software architecture principles and design patterns.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages relevant to enterprise applications (e.g., Java, C#, Python, Go).
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Solid understanding of database technologies (relational and/or NoSQL).
- Experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to mentor and motivate a team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
- Experience in the healthcare industry or with healthcare data is a significant plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of software developers and engineers, including hiring, performance management, and professional development.
- Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) from requirements gathering and design to testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.
- Collaborate with product management, architects, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements, scope projects, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Drive the adoption of best practices in software engineering, including agile methodologies, code reviews, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and automated testing.
- Architect and design scalable, robust, and secure software solutions that meet the needs of the healthcare industry.
- Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of all developed software through rigorous testing and quality assurance processes.
- Identify and implement new technologies and tools to improve efficiency, productivity, and the overall quality of software products.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
- Communicate technical concepts and project status clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and security standards within all software development activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
