Job Specification: Software Development ManagerPosition:Software Development ManagerLocation:Limerick, Ireland (On-site 4 days per week)Reporting to:Director of Engineering / Head of TechnologyCompensation:€100,000 base salary + 12% annual performance bonusRole OverviewWe are seeking an experiencedSoftware Development Managerto lead 2–3 cross-functional development teams based in Limerick. The successful candidate will have a background inDevelopment, Test, or DevOpsand a proven ability to deliver high-quality software solutions while building and guiding high-performing teams.This role is a balance ofpeople leadership, delivery management, and technical direction, making it ideal for someone who has grown from a hands-on technical role into a strategic leadership position.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & ManagementLead, mentor, and grow 2–3 development teams (15–25 engineers).Drive engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development planning.Delivery & ExecutionEnsure timely and successful delivery of projects and features.Collaborate with Product Managers to prioritize work and align with business goals.Manage risks, dependencies, and clear communication of delivery status.Technical LeadershipGuide teams on architecture, design, and best practices.Promote modern engineering approaches including Agile, automation, CI/CD, and cloud solutions.Encourage experimentation and continuous improvement.Collaboration & Stakeholder ManagementPartner with Product, QA, Operations, and other stakeholders.Align technical execution with wider business and technology strategy.Represent the engineering teams to senior leadership.Continuous ImprovementChampion Agile processes and data-driven improvements.Drive efficiency across testing, deployment, and monitoring.Build a culture of knowledge-sharing and innovation.Qualifications & ExperienceStrong background in Development, Test, or DevOps, with proven progression into leadership.Experience managing 2+ software teams in a fast-paced environment.Solid understanding of modern software engineering practices and delivery pipelines.Hands-on technical experience in coding, test automation, or DevOps (current or past).Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.Desirable SkillsExperience leading teams in a scaling organization.Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).Understanding of microservices, containers, or distributed systems.Coaching and mentoring engineers into leadership roles.