Senior Software Development Manager, Energy & Commodities

Job Summary: 

The Software Development Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing a team of software developers, ensuring the successful execution of software projects that align with the company's objectives. This role involves collaborating with various internal departments and external stakeholders, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the team, and participating in strategic decision-making. The Software Development Manager is also responsible for resource allocation, risk mitigation, performance evaluation, and promoting a positive working environment that encourages efficiency and collaboration. As they progress through the levels, their responsibility expands to include department-wide strategies, budget management, establishing OKRs, and driving strategic company goals. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead and mentor a team of experienced software engineers in design, development, and maintenance of risk management applications and services.
• Provide direction, based on experience and best practices, relating to all aspects of software design and development – guiding the team on architecture, design, and functionality.
• Function as a hands-on leader to design, develop, enhance and maintain applications and components and participate in code reviews and provide technical feedback to the team.
• Collaborate closely with product management, quants, other internal teams as well as clients to gather, understand, and analyze requirements. Design, develop and deliver industry leading solutions to meet these requirements for new and existing clients.
• Give periodic updates on strategic programs to directors and executives, highlighting risks to key initiatives. 
• Clearly communicate latest company strategy, decisions, and achievements down through their organization.  

Required Skills: 

• Experienced software lead with 10+ years of development experience in building energy and commodities trading and risk management solutions.
• Experience designing and building enterprise level, scalable, performant systems.
• Excellent technical skills including experience and proficiency in Python and/or other OOP languages.
• Strong focus on design and testing, adhering to best practices. Keen eye for scalability, performance, simplicity, supportability, maintainability, and ease of use.
• Deep knowledge of software methodologies, tools, and typical architectural patterns. 
• Proven track record of delivering results in fast paced environments. Ability to drive a process forward through completion, and to effectively prioritize competing objectives and urgent deadlines
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to mentor, develop, recruit top talent and to cultivate a culture of teamwork and innovation among the team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement. 
• Exceptional analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.  
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.  
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. 

Education and Experience: 

• Degree in Computer Science or related field. 
• 10+ years of enterprise software development experience, including 5+ years of management experience.