Itential is searching for a Software Development Manager to join an innovative team creating platforms and applications for large scale networks and specialized process automations for niche engagements. Itential provides powerful network automation software to companies worldwide, from Fortune 500 telecommunications and financial service companies to enterprises of all sizes. We are committed to building world-class products that accelerate the move toward software-driven networks and next generation, agile network operations. Our corporate headquarters is in Atlanta with offices in the UK and Latin America, and we are growing fast!

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The Software Development Manager is essential to the life of the company, customers and product teams. In this role, the Software Development Manager will make sure the development team is able to work efficiently and effectively to ensure high quality software creation that not only meets a defined set of functionalities on time but in line with overall company objectives. The Software Development Manager will lead multiple teams of developers in the planning, organization, development, and testing activities to deliver software that is distributed to customers through the Release Management team. Additionally, these teams are responsible for the maintenance and lifecycle of the applications previously delivered.

Technologies We Value and Use

· NodeJS, JavaScript, Python

· Redis, RabbitMQ

· Docker, Kubernetes

· Git/GitLab

· Project Management (Asana, Jira, Confluence)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Problem solving and the ability to react to abrupt changes of direction
• Identify team members that can provide mentorship to the rest of the team
• Key deliverables you will own and define:
• On time release of high-quality software applications.
• Project plan for delivering Roadmap commitments.
• Team collaborations that are critical to this role:
• Interface with Product Managers to understand and interpret requirements into actionable user stories.
• Work with Lead Architects on development tasks related to the innovation of current architecture.
• Engage with the Design team to gain clear insight into the user experience before development begins.
• Consult with the Product Support team as needed for bug triage, ticket escalations and software release activities.
• Remove developer and testing resource distractions to keep project progress moving forward and to maintain process control to keep things on track.
• Incorporate software development and testing engineers into process for auto-test creation as well as overall general testing of feature and bug deliverables
• Create and update work plans to direct development activities that match the development roadmap.
• Ensure adherence to development methodology including ticket monitoring and ongoing training and developer oversight.
• Report project status to various stakeholders and generate reports based on firm metrics to show meaningful progress.

• Technical degree (BS or MS) with MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2-3 years professional and relevant experience in managing development teams and delivering software focused on large enterprises and service providers throughout the entire life cycle.
• Strong understanding of Agile development and methodology to build a product that is differentiated and delivers unique value based on customer demands.
• Proficient in project management tools and software technologies.

Benefits and Perks:

• A 401(k) plan with Fidelity and partial Company match (with just a 3-month waiting period)
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• PTO and Sick Time
• Fully stocked soda fridges and snack pantries in Atlanta office
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem/BCBS
• Flex work time
• Volunteer and community engagement opportunities
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This is a direct hire position. No third parties accepted. No S-Corp or Corp-to-Corp.

Itential provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.