Development/Engineering manager (#2044)

N-iX is a software development service company that helps businesses across the globe develop successful software products. During 20 years on the market and by leveraging the capabilities of Easter Europe talents, the company has grown to 2000+ professionals with a broad portfolio of customers in the area of Fortune 500 companies as well as technological start-ups. 
We are looking for the Engineering manager.
Are you passionate about leading and driving development efforts to deliver innovative software solutions and make a difference, then we want to hear from you! As a Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in translating project specifications into detailed flowcharts, analyzing business requirements, and overseeing the creation of computer programs to manage documents and data. Lead and coordinate the development team's daily tasks, ensuring effective communication and adherence to project timelines and budgets. Provide project oversight to ensure compliance with business requirements and functional specifications, with a focus on maintaining product quality from code architecture to end-user experience. 
Requirements 

• Certification in Agile Way of Work (Scrum, Kanban)
• Certification in Project Management or related
• Experience within SW development/engineering/outsourcing industry is a must
• Full SDLC Team, Cross-functional Team Management
• Prioritization and Delivery Management
• Stakeholder and Team Member Communication Management
• Delivery of high-quality software, Test Tools or TDD Knowledge
• Microservice Architecture Principles
• Clean Code Principles, SOLID Principles, Service Design, Design Patterns
• Agile Principles and Values
• Experience in IT Service and Application Management
• Experience in Azure, JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint or similar.
• Proficient using Microsoft Suite and other data entry software.
• Drawing of Technology or Architectural Diagrams to explain Application/Systems interaction

Responsibilities

• Design and implement short- and long-term strategic plans in line with business priorities and group strategy to deliver and support fit-for-purpose software solutions.
• Work closely with Business Unit Heads, users, peers, and other stakeholders to identify information processing requirements
• Develop, implement and support software applications based on practices and architectures that will support decision-making, improve business efficiency, support revenue generation and overall realization of critical business strategies.
• Manage and oversee the compilation and document writing of program development and subsequent revisions
• Ownership of all aspects of the application development, including design, development, deployment, maintenance, monitoring, and enhancements for larger-scope projects.
• Lead solution research initiatives based on client requirements, make recommendations and compile proposals
• Lead preparation of RFPs, scope documents, work breakdown schedules and other documentation for IT projects and associated efforts.
• Ensure computer programs or software packages are designed, written, updated, and maintained to handle specific jobs
• Perform systems analysis to formulate the technical design of programs to accommodate changes required to build functionality to support new business processes.
• Ensure timely delivery of a functionally complete tested software application or module as allocated by the development manager.
• Work management of all developer deliverables assigned to a project or product.
• Ensure proper change Management and Release Management process is followed in the team
• Ensure application Architecture Design is in line with best practices and frameworks such as TOGAF to ensure architecture meets non-functional requirements such as security and scalability.
• Engage with various stakeholders including customers
• Provide timely and accurate delivery and performance reports to leadership teams
• Establish professional relationships with all internal & external clients to ensure delivery against service level agreements.
• Practice a collaborative approach through stakeholder engagement by keeping them informed of strategic initiatives that will impact their respective areas
• Drive change and influence future projects.
• Manage a team of staff members to ensure effective delivery of business unit objectives.
• Develop a high-performing team by embedding formal performance development and informal coaching. Encourage frequent knowledge sharing between team members.
• Determine and Analyse development needs for the team and ensure that identified training requirements are budgeted for and executed.
• Create effective workforce and recruitment demand plans to ensure that current and future business requirements can be met.
• Create a culture of ownership and accountability throughout the organization in support of our values
• Motivate team members and ensure that their efforts are recognized and appreciated.