Job Title:
Software Development Manager
Location:
Dallas, TX (5 day onsite)
Duration:
Long-term
Job Description:
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on video technologies.
- 5+ years of experience in managing software development teams and projects.
- Strong understanding of video streaming protocols (e.g., HLS, DASH), video codecs (e.g., H.264, H.265), and adaptive bitrate streaming techniques.
- Experience with video ad insertion technologies, including CSAI and SSAI.
- Proficiency in software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps.
- Experience with cloud-based platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership and Management:
- Lead and mentor a team of software development engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to best practices.
- Manage team performance, conduct performance reviews, and identify training and development opportunities.
Project Management:
- Plan, organize, and manage complex software development projects from inception to completion, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
- Develop detailed project plans, manage resources, and track progress, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and operations, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of software applications.
Technical Expertise:
- Possess a strong understanding of video streaming technologies, including adaptive bitrate streaming, video ad insertion (CSAI/SSAI), and content delivery networks (CDNs).
- Provide technical expertise and guidance in the design, development, and implementation of video applications for various platforms, including TVs, set-top boxes, and consumer electronics.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in video streaming and ad insertion.
Application Development:
- Oversee the development of video applications for various platforms, including TV, set-top boxes, consumer electronics, and SVOD/TVOD services.
- Ensure the development of high-quality, user-friendly, and performant applications, adhering to UI/UX guidelines and best practices.
- Manage the development process for CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous integration and delivery of software updates and new features.
Business Intelligence & Analytics:
- Utilize BI analytics to monitor and evaluate the performance of video applications, identify areas for improvement, and drive data-driven decision-making.
- Develop and implement metrics to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to application performance, ad insertion effectiveness, and user engagement.
- Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership, informing strategic planning and development efforts.
Desired Skills:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with application development for various platforms, including TVs, set-top boxes, and consumer electronics.
- Experience with BI analytics tools and techniques.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Experience with UI/UX design framework and development principles.
