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Software Development Manager

A Software Development Manager leads a team of engineers, combining people management with technical oversight of software architecture decisions and project delivery. They apply Agile/Scrum leadership practices to run sprints and set technical roadmapping priorities that align engineering work with business goals. This role sits between individual contributor engineers and senior technology leadership, suiting former developers who have transitioned into managing people and coordinating cross-team projects.

Top skills:People ManagementProject ManagementSoftware Architecture

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Senior Game DeveloperSenior Software DeveloperSenior UI DeveloperSenior UX DeveloperSenior WordPress Developer

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Director of Engineering

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