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Bright Horizons

Manager, Software Development

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Newton, MA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Software Engineering

🗓️ August 17th, 2025

Docker Kubernetes Node.js

Edtech.com's Summary

TBright Horizons is hiring a Manager, Software Development to lead their software development team. The role involves managing and mentoring developers, designing scalable software solutions with Azure/AWS and .NET/Java/Node.js technologies, and overseeing the entire project lifecycle while promoting best practices and innovation.

Highlights
  • Lead and manage a team of software developers and architects.
  • Design and implement scalable software solutions using Azure/AWS, .NET/Java/Node.js.
  • Develop web applications focusing on Angular/React for enhanced user experience.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and maintainability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
  • Provide technical leadership and actively participate in development.
  • Maintain documentation and report progress to management.
  • Manage project timelines, resources, and risk assessments.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; 8+ years experience in application development and management.
  • Preferred skills include cloud security, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), software architecture patterns, Agile and DevOps familiarity.

Manager, Software Development Full Description

Manager, Software Development (Hybrid)

Newton, Massachusetts, United States of America, 02459
Technology
Full time

This is a hybrid role in our Newton, MA office and requires onsite work 3 days a week.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Software Development to lead our development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Azure/AWS cloud services, .NET framework/Java/Node.js, and Angular/React front-end development, along with hands-on experience in software architecture and team management.

If you are passionate about leading a team to deliver cutting-edge software solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of software developers and architects.
  • Design and implement scalable, high-performance software solutions using Azure/AWS services, .Net/Java/Node.js.
  • Develop web applications with a focus on user experience using Angular/React.
  • Ensure code quality and maintainability by conducting code reviews and applying best practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and achieve project goals.
  • Provide technical leadership in .NET and related technologies.
  • Actively participate in the hands-on development of the application set, demonstrating technical expertise and fostering a culture of quality and innovation.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation for all applications and provide regular progress reports to management, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation in software architecture and development processes.
  • Manage project timelines, resources, and risk assessments.
  • Mentor and develop team members through coaching, performance reviews, and goal setting.

Minimum requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or a related field
  • 8+ years of application development and application development management

Preferred qualifications/skills:
  • Master’s degree in engineering, technology, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development with a focus on Azure/AWS, .NET/Java/Node.js, and Angular/React.
  • Proven experience in software architecture design and implementation.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security practices and experience implementing security measures in Azure/AWS environments.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, particularly within Azure/ AWS ecosystems.
  • Knowledge of DDD, Event driven, Microservices architectural patterns is highly desired.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience managing a software development team.
  • Experience managing all phases of the project life cycle, including running project prioritization meetings, post-installation project post-mortem meetings and a proven track record of multi-tasking, meeting deadlines and delivering projects on budget.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Travel as required.

Benefits: 
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan 
  • Life insurance 
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance 

At this time, Bright Horizons will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization/visa for this position.