Roles and Responsibilities:
- Technical Leadership:Provide technical direction for the development, design, and systems integration across multiple client engagements from definition phase through implementation.
Apply significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service to clients. - Project Management: Lead the technical planning and requirements gathering phases, including estimating, developing, testing, managing projects, and delivering products. Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture.
- Team Management: Manage a team of developers, ensuring they are motivated, productive, and aligned with the company's goals. Mentor and guide team members to foster their professional development.
- Quality Assurance: Establish and supervise the company's quality standards for all software products and services. Ensure that the technical team's work meets all quality benchmarks and that projects are delivered on time.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the executive team to develop technical aspects of the company’s strategy to ensure alignment with its business goals. Research and recommend new technologies to improve the company's software products and processes.
- Risk Management: Identify and address potential technical risks and issues before they become critical. Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks associated with technical aspects of the projects.
- Resource Management: Oversee resource allocation and ensure that the technical team has the necessary tools and equipment to perform their tasks. Manage the technical budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficient use of resources.
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as the technical point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and other departments within the company. Translate complex technical concepts into layman’s terms to ensure clear communication with non-technical stakeholders.
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the technical team. Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends to ensure the company remains competitive.
- Compliance and Security: Ensure that all software development processes comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Implement and maintain security protocols to protect company data and intellectual property.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of software development, architecture, and engineering principles.
- Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and inspire a technical team.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills, with experience in managing large-scale software projects.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align technical initiatives with business goals.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
- Educational Background: Typically holds a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications can be beneficial.