Software product manager Jobs in Markham, ON

Summary API is looking for an experienced Senior Software Development Manager with a strong background as a full-stack Java developer and Angular developer. This role is based in our technology office in Markham, Ontario. This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 2 -  3 days in the office depending on location of hire. Ideal candidate would reside in the Toronto or Waterloo area.   The Sr. Software Development Manager will oversee the delivery of technical projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role includes managing a team of ~14 onshore, offshore, vendor resources, providing leadership, mentoring, and performance management to ensure high-quality delivery and alignment with business objectives. The Technical Delivery Manager will act as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and clients, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Essential Functions : Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team : Provide hands-on leadership to a team of ~14 software engineers, including both onshore and offshore resources. Mentor and guide team members in best practices for software development and project execution. Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and foster a collaborative team environment. Drive Technical Excellence : Utilize your expertise as a full-stack Java and Angular developer to oversee and contribute to the development of software solutions. Ensure the technical quality, reliability, and scalability of all software deliverables. Promote and implement best practices in coding, testing, and system architecture. Manage Agile Development : Lead an agile team to deliver new product features, system performance improvements, and scalability enhancements. Facilitate agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups. Ensure effective backlog management and prioritization of tasks to meet project goals. Enhance System Performance and Scalability : Identify and address performance bottlenecks and scalability issues in core applications. Implement solutions to improve system efficiency and ensure high availability. Oversee Production Support : Manage escalations and provide timely resolution for production support issues. Coordinate with other teams to ensure that critical issues are addressed promptly and effectively. Maintain Technology Stack Currency : Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends. Drive the adoption of new technologies and practices to keep the IT technology stack current and competitive. Vendor Management : Manage relationships with third-party vendors and service providers. Oversee the evaluation, selection, and performance of vendors to ensure they meet contractual obligations and performance standards. Coordinate with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery of services and products. Stakeholder Communication : Act as the primary contact for stakeholders regarding project status, technical issues, and requirements. Ensure transparent and effective communication between onshore and offshore teams. Process Improvement : Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance team productivity and project outcomes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the development process. Required Skills, Education and Experience Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in software development, including at least 3-5 years in a managerial role leading onshore and offshore teams. Minimum 8 years development experience in modern Java technologies. Minimum 8 years of experience developing web-based applications. Prior experience in a senior developer role with technical team lead responsibilities for an agile team with offshore members. BSc / BA in computer science, engineering, or relevant field; MSc / MA preferred. Solid full-stack developer and design patterns. Professional experience with modern Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Angular, Node and MVC web-based applications. Experience using and implementing REST based web services. Proficiency with AWS cloud technologies. Strong SQL, Redis, DB Migration tools and AWS RDS skills. Professional experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Self-motivated and directed, with the ability to effectively prioritize assign and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail. Managing client support issues and escalations. Experience with Agile, TDD and BDD is a must. Professional experience with Monitoring tools like Data Dog. Accounting software experience is an asset. Other AWS experiences (Cognito, S3, etc.) are an asset. Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop team members. Excellent project management skills, including experience with Agile and traditional methodologies. Proven experience in stakeholder management and effective communication. Technical proficiency in relevant technologies and a strong understanding of software development processes. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Exceptional organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships. High level of initiative and proactive approach to project challenges. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, normal core business hours. This is a hybrid position with a minimum of 3 days in our Markham office. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Supervisory Responsibility Yes Travel Requirements Minimal. Compensation Good faith, target annual salary is $160,000   CAD plus bonus and is commensurate with experience. Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.   Who We Are API is the global leader for crew accommodation solutions, and we are changing the way businesses manage travel. Our technology platform streamlines the entire crew planning process, making day-to-day operations more efficient and elevating the crew layover experience. API’s proprietary technology, mobile solutions and our experienced team are positioned to offer our clients a complete, end-to-end platform that integrates seamlessly into their process. We are looking for dynamic, creative, and tech savvy individuals to join our team. If you are passionate about hard work, providing impeccable service, technology, and solutions to our clients then API may be a great fit for you! Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time according to business needs. The performance of additional responsibilities if you are designated as a Data Protection Champion (DPC), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) or Information Assurance Accounting Officer (IAAO). Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. AAP / EEO Statement Accommodations Plus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. Powered by JazzHR