Senior Manager, Software Engineer

VSP Vision is a company that focuses on providing vision care solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Manager, Software Engineer to lead software development projects and manage a team of engineers. The role involves overseeing project delivery, ensuring product functionality, and collaborating with Product Managers to meet business requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, guide, and control the delivery of software development projects of various size and scope, and provide leadership to the team in achieving enhancements and production support to products and services
• Manage a team of software engineers responsible for providing desired functionality for products or services, spanning multiple technologies and solution domains
• Manage the design, development, and implementation of software that meets established specifications
• Manage production support activities for products and services
• Work closely with Product Managers to ensure new features fulfill business requirements
• Evaluate project proposals and/or business concepts for development level of effort
• Prioritize and allocate available resources necessary to effectively implement projects/enhancements
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of production and/or customer support issues
• Prioritize multiple tasks and manage conflicting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain flexibility and manage conflict in a dynamic organization
• Exercise independent judgment
• Support the ongoing professional development plans of software engineers

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience; Minimum of 1 additional year of experience related to functional area
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience with responsibilities for hiring, training, assigning work, and managing the performance of direct reports
• Software development experience in Java, web services, system integrations, and relational database platforms
• Demonstrated experience in implementing significant systems and process changes; proven ability to work in partnership with other managers to accomplish objectives
• Proven ability to determine priority of projects and assignments based on quantifiable business benefits and available resources
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple, simultaneous tasks, problems, and projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills