Development Manager

Solution Street is looking for an experienced Software Engineer that can also function as a Development and Career Manager. Seeking candidates that are local and within commuting distance to Herndon, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have prior hands-on experience as a software developer, a strong background in leading software product development teams and projects, excellent communication skills (both oral and written), and be a team player with strong experience with Agile-based software delivery methodologies. Manage approximately 5 Solution Street employees and 1 Solution Street client Work as a Senior Software Engineer on one of our client projects Interface with and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including client, tech leads, third party vendors to ensure high quality delivery of software projects on time and budget Provide input during the determination of the technology strategy and roadmaps Function as meeting facilitator and communicator; report status and conduct stakeholder meetings Assist with writing business proposals and conduct architectural and business assessments Attend and present at local networking events to assist with business development initiatives Skills and Qualifications: At least 10 years of experience as a full-stack software developer; we don’t have a strong preference for a specific programming language. 5+ years of consulting experience, ideally at a small to medium size consulting firm. A strong background in software construction with a demonstrated understanding of the Agile Scrum development process and enterprise architecture At least 2 years of experience as a software development manager or related IT project management, managing projects of 5 people or more Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with others (internal and external) Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proven analytical and problem solving skills; detail oriented; Experience using JIRA as a project management tool Experience with wireframing preferred

We offer a relaxed, fun, flexible, working environment with competitive salary + bonus + 100% paid health/dental to employee + life insurance + PTO + long-term and short-term disability + 401(k). Solution Street automatically contributes to employees' 401(k) plans.
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