Developer Manager - Engineering Consulting

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Developer Manager to join our IT team. As part of the IT Group, the Developer Manager will be a technical leader and manager responsible for leading and empowering the development team to deliver high-quality software solutions that align with the firm's objectives. They foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The Developer Manager plays a critical role in bridging the gap between technical and business stakeholders, translating requirements into actionable plans, and driving the team's success.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Lead and manage the development team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence
• Set clear goals and expectations for the team, providing regular feedback and performance evaluations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and prioritize initiatives
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Oversee the development process, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and industry regulations
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the team
• Contribute to the development of the firm's technology strategy
• Conduct technical design and code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure quality and maintainability
• Troubleshoot and resolve escalated technical issues, providing guidance and expertise to the team
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential impact and application within the firm
• Ensure that robust QA/QC processes are in place and followed consistently throughout the development lifecycle Support the team in their QA/QC responsibilities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define UAT acceptance criteria and ensure user satisfaction with the final product
• Advocate for the importance of clear and comprehensive documentation. Create standards that ensure technical documentation is maintained and updated throughout the project lifecycle

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• An advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a technical or management field is highly preferred
• 15+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years experience in managing and leading development teams
• Proven experience in leading teams and delivering successful software projects
• Strong strategic planning and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Deep understanding of the firm's business objectives and how technology can support them
• Experience in resource allocation, budgeting, and project prioritization
• Strong leadership, management, and mentorship skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies and project management principles
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Experience in managing budgets and resources
• Ability to lead technical discussions and presentations
• Strategic thinking and ability to align technology initiatives with business goals
• Expert-level proficiency in multiple programming languages and development frameworks
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with database design, optimization, and management
• Experience with cloud technologies, distributed systems, and microservices architectures
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Proficiency with data manipulation languages, including SQL, Stored Procedures, DDL; hands-on experience with databases (MSSQL)
• Working knowledge of Agile methodologies, specifically SCRUM and TDD
• Strong knowledge of general algorithms, design patterns and good coding practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of APIs, data synchronization, powershell scripting
• Strategic leadership
• People management and development
• Relationship building and networking
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with emerging technologies and their potential applications in engineering
• Experience in contributing to open-source projects or communities
• Strong understanding of software security and compliance
• Experience with Cinchy Software - A data collaboration platform

Base salary range:

$149,000 to $183,000 based on years of experience, level of education obtained, professional registration, and meeting required qualification in job description.

Base salary range only applicable for candidates who will be hired and working in the California, New York City, and Washington markets.

Working conditions:

Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW

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