Job Description: Software Development Manager

Software Development Managers play a number of key roles within your organization, including being responsible for all aspects of design and usability quality. This job description will help you evaluate this vital hire.


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From G.1440 | Jul 12, 2010

The attached document is a typical job description for a Software Development Manager. The accompanying document was provided by IT Staffing and Tech Recruiting firm G.1440.

The Software Development Manager oversees a team of developers who design, develop and maintain the operation of a database-driven ASP.NET/C# Web application with a specific emphasis on usability, performance and scalability.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Architects .NET and database-based solutions by studying existing technology architecture; analyzing browser compatibility techniques; evaluating solution alternatives; developing prototypes; and writing detailed technical requirements
  • Delegates tasks to, organizes, mentors and motivates a team of talented software developers
  • Fosters a culture of continuous improvement in all areas of technology and instills the principles of this culture in a team of 4-8 developers
  • Works together with senior software developers to plan and execute projects

The attached Zip file includes:

  • Intro Page.doc
  • Software Development Manager.doc
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