Development Manager (JAVA)

Responsibilities

Work with the technical lead and scrum master to define development processes and technical standards for the development team.

Review development team output ensuring adherence to defined processes, standards and industrybest practice.

Oversee development teamwork planning, execution, and delivery.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, timelines, and deliverables.

Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies and follow-on process improvements in collaboration with stakeholders.

Coordinate with external agencies where required to manage outsourced development work.

Manage a team of Developers, including performance evaluations, career development, and coaching.

Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Handle conflict resolution and provide support to team members in overcoming challenges.

Collaborate with senior management to align team goals with organizational objectives.

Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to guide team innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in people management role.
• Extensive experience in using Java and managing Java Development teams.
• Knowledge of web development. Knowledge of React would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to balance technical expertise with strategic thinking and people management.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.