Software Development Manager / Engineering
Responsible for both technical leadership and team management to ensure software systems are delivered effectively.
Job Scope
System Design & Architecture
• Define overall system structure (database, backend, frontend, integrations)
• Ensure scalability, security, and performance
• Choose tech stack (e.g., PostgreSQL, APIs, cloud hosting)
• Review and approve technical designs
Development Oversight
• Lead the development team (developers, UI/UX, QA)
• Break down requirements into tasks
• Review code quality and enforce standards
• Ensure timelines are met
( ensure the whole system is built correctly )
Project Management
• Plan project timeline (milestones, sprints)
• Allocate resources (who does what)
• Track progress and resolve delays
• Communicate updates to stakeholders
Team Leadership & Management
• Mentor junior staff
• Conduct performance reviews
• Build team structure (frontend, backend, QA)
Quality Assurance & Testing
• Ensure system is tested before launch
• Define testing process:
• User testing
• Performance testing
• Bug tracking
• Approve final deployment
Deployment & Maintenance
• Oversee system launch
• Ensure uptime and reliability
• Handle updates, bug fixes, improvements
• Plan long-term scalability
Security & Compliance
• Ensure data security (important for HR records)
• Manage access control (roles: contractor, supervisor, approver)
• Ensure backup & recovery systems