Software Development Manager

JANA Corporation•Aurora, ON

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

JANA is focused on improving the integrity of gas pipeline systems through the application of advanced risk modeling technologies. Our models and software are defensible and highly predictive, allowing gas pipeline operators to take actions to reduce risk in their systems. And our Integrity Data suite enables pipeline operators to finally capture their pipeline asset data and unlock the value associated with this data. As an entrepreneurial company, we provide an exciting, dynamic and respectful work environment where you will be an important contributor to the JANA Team. Our Mission at JANA is “Better Pipelines for a Better World” – we are true believers and inspire our employees to join us in this Mission! High-energy Collaborative Environment: JANA combines the energy of a start-up software organization with the discipline of a precision engineering firm. Social Events: Join the entire JANA Team for fun virtual Social Events like our Beer Club. We also like to get together for in-person events such as our Annual Birthday Bonspiel, Holiday events, our annual Company Picnic, and team events! Giving Back: JANA is dedicated to giving back to our community. We hold an annual food drive for the Aurora Foodbank and have become one of their top contributors! JANA promotes a healthy work-life balance: Through our comprehensive vacation program, floater days, and a hybrid work environment (up to 20% a month in office) JANA employees are able to take time to rest and rejuvenate! Employee Recognition: We aim to Win, and we love to celebrate Wins with our People. We also offer a Phantom Share Program and annual bonuses! We are looking for a hands-on Software Development Manager to help lead our rapidly growing team. JANA’s software team is building the next generation of Integrity Management and Risk Management software. Reporting to our Director of Software, you will be responsible for working closely with cross-functional teams of developers, product owners, and engineers to build collaboration and drive performance of our teams. To thrive in this role, you’ll be someone who works well with others and enjoys collaborating. You have a technical background, but you use that more to help with solving problems, communicating at a non-technical level and driving professional growth rather than hands on coding.

Requirements

Undergraduate in Computer Science or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience as a professional software developer
3+ years of experience in a professional software leadership capacity
A drive and passion to continually learn and drive improve
Strong ability to communicate both in written and verbal form
Experience with development of Azure Services
Basic knowledge and experience with DevOps
Strong software design principles as it relates to building web-based application platforms, APIs and data modeling
Strong experience in agile methodologies
Proven experience delivering new products and/or new product versions and features
Experience with development of web based applications
Experience with development using relational databases
Speaking/Presenting: Clearly articulates ideas, opinions, and information in technical presentations and discussions so that the intended purpose is achieved, and the needs of the audience are met
Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve positive results
Problem-solving: Able to analyze complex problems and formulate different points of attack to come up with viable solutions
Prioritization: Coordinates and organizes resources and people in efficient and effective ways to accomplish larger strategies and goals
Mentor Courage: Provides direct, honest, fair and constructive feedback and related actions

Nice To Haves

Experience working with GIS systems such as ESRI ArcGIS
Experience working with Mobile Applications

Responsibilities

Functions in alignment with JANA's Values and Professional Culture
Cultivate and nurture healthy team culture in the scope of JANA’s culture
Collaborate with product, software and engineering teams to plan releases, clarify requirements, and influence developers
Take a leadership role in recruiting, hiring and onboarding
Remove roadblocks and support the team to overcome impediments to their success
Mentor Software Developers and provide honest coaching and motivation to help them grow
Represent your team in strategic and commercial discussions. occasionally with clients
Lead technical design sessions and contribute problem solving approaches
Champion best software best practices and build or refine processes
Review designs, architecture, and code for quality, scalability and maintainability
Advocate for introduction of new technologies and techniques