Manager, Software Development

Job summary

Lead a team of software developers to oversee the creation of digital applications such as chatbots, mobile apps, and websites. Manage the full product development lifecycle, including architecture design, resource estimation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Job details

We’re looking for a collaborative leader to join our Digital Solutions Team as a Manager, Software Development within Winnipeg, MB. As a Software Development Manager, you will oversee the development of digital software applications, including interactive games, chatbots, mobile applications, websites, online lucky drawings, and other new innovative products. You will lead a group of developers, provide direction for application architecture design, and oversee projects through all phases of product development. Who We Are Experience the forefront of innovation with Pollard Digital Solutions a division of Pollard Banknote, where we lead the charge in revolutionizing digital solutions for state lotteries. From groundbreaking initiatives like iLottery to crafting immersive player experiences that champion noble causes globally, our team's innovative spirit is driving impactful changes in the industry. Join us in this exhilarating journey, where every contribution makes a difference in shaping the future of lottery gaming. What We Offer Competitive compensation Profit sharing program – every role plays a part in our success! Company pension Comprehensive Group Benefits Opportunities for professional development Tuition reimbursement Employee & Family Assistance Program A variety of committee driven employee engagement activities On-Site Cafeteria & Outdoor Patio On Site Gym Free Parking Hybrid Work Environment What You'll Do Manage and lead a team of software developers, including assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing feedback and coaching. Ensure the software development process is well-defined, documented, and followed consistently across the team. Monitor and improve software quality by establishing and enforcing development standards and best practices, conducting code reviews, and ensuring the team uses appropriate testing methodologies. Identify and resolve technical and non-technical issues that may arise during the development process. Provide work estimates and manage team schedule and project backlog to improve the organizational visibility into the work being performed. Liaise with the internal business teams and the customers to translate business objectives into technical requirements. Play a key role in creating and delivering fully functional and tested software solutions and bringing them to market. Collaborate with internal technology stakeholders (IT Ops, DevOps, Security, QA, and Architecture) in developing digital products. Drive department continuous improvement, standardization, and process initiatives. Understand the corporate vision for digital products and set appropriate goals and objectives for the development team. Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors as needed. Stay informed of industry best practices, trends, and new technologies to identify new opportunities to help improve standards, coding practices and delivery Who You Are Someone with the ability to coach, mentor, and support developers at all levels. An analytical leader who applies strong attention to detail to work for accuracy. A good listener with excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively work with the team, senior management, and customers. An organized, self-motivated individual who can complete high-priority tasks and deliver projects on time. A resourceful problem-solver who can use logic, technical and critical thinking skills to plan for and investigate issues proactively. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus. At least 5 years of experience in software development 2+ years demonstrated leadership experience. Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to take the initiative and delegate accordingly. Experience working with distributed cross-functional teams including product management, quality assurance, and operations. Demonstrated project management experience. Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to changing priorities with agility. Ability to navigate ambiguity and facilitate discussion to solve complex problems. In-depth knowledge/understanding and hands-on experience of programming languages: Java, React, PHP, HTML, and JavaScript, and relational databases like MySQL. Working knowledge of Web, iOS and/or Android development, REST APIs, Agile Scrum Methodology, AWS Cloud Infrastructure, and Atlassian tools (Bitbucket, Jira). Familiarity with web development frameworks, cross-platform mobile app development frameworks and project management principles are asset. Pollard Banknote Limited is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory response from a Criminal Record Search.

What you’ll do

Lead a team of software developers to oversee the creation of digital applications such as chatbots, mobile apps, and websites. Manage the full product development lifecycle, including architecture design, resource estimation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field with at least 5 years of software development experience and 2+ years of leadership experience. Must possess strong technical proficiency in Java, React, PHP, and AWS, alongside proven project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Profit sharing program • Company pension • Comprehensive Group Benefits • Professional development opportunities • Tuition reimbursement • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Employee engagement activities • On-Site Cafeteria & Outdoor Patio • On Site Gym • Free Parking • Hybrid Work Environment

Listed skills

• MySQL · Preferred
• HTML · Preferred
• REST APIs · Preferred
• React · Preferred
• PHP · Preferred
• Jira · Preferred
• JavaScript · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Java · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Software Development Management
• Application Architecture
• Java
• React
• PHP
• HTML
• JavaScript
• MySQL
• REST APIs
• Agile Scrum
• AWS Cloud Infrastructure
• Jira
• Bitbucket
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Cross-functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Software
• Management & Leadership
• Technology
• Engineering
• Consulting