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Development Manager
Aspire Software. Own the development and full lifecycle of one or more MANUS workforce-management products.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full lifecycle of AI-focused workforce management products, including development, strategy, and market adoption. Proficient in agile methodologies and project management, with strong analytical skills to drive product performance and decision-making.
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AI Product DevelopmentAgile Project ManagementWorkforce Management Industry ExperienceSoftware Development BackgroundStrong Communication Skills
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Hard Skills
AI Solutions IntegrationScrumKanbanProject ManagementProduct Backlog ManagementData ModelsCloud/SaaS ArchitecturesKPI TrackingUsability TestingCustomer Research
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration SkillsOwnershipStrategic Thinking
Tools & Technologies
JiraProductboardAha!TrelloAI Tooling
Industry Keywords
Workforce ManagementLabor LawsCollective AgreementsScheduling RulesCustomer Advisory Board
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloud
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own the development and full lifecycle of one or more MANUS workforce-management products.
- Lead and coordinate external developers and development partners, including capacity planning, scope, deliverables and priorities.
- Translate product roadmaps and business needs into development projects, requirements and user stories.
- Manage sprints and releases, track progress, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery within budget.
- Safeguard software quality through acceptance criteria, reviews and testing.
- Define and communicate product vision, strategy and roadmap.
- Evaluate market trends, customer feedback and competitors to guide product decisions.
- Develop AI-focused product strategies for workforce-planning capabilities.
- Partner with Engineering on technical feasibility, architecture and AI implementation, including model selection, data requirements and AI-service integration.
- Own and prioritize the product backlog based on business goals, customer needs and technical feasibility.
- Translate labor laws, collective agreements and scheduling rules into product features.
- Align Sales, Marketing and Customer Success for successful launches and adoption.
- Lead product discovery through customer research, usability testing and stakeholder feedback.
- Track product performance and KPIs and adjust strategy accordingly.
- Organize and lead Customer Advisory Board sessions.
- Own go-to-market activities, including pricing models for AI-based products.
- Drive adoption and monetization of AI capabilities and accountability for AI revenue targets.
- Guide products through their full lifecycle from idea to retirement and resolve post-launch issues.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Proven experience with AI products – this is a must.
- Proven experience leading development teams and managing software projects, ideally including external or nearshore/offshore developers.
- Solid knowledge of agile methods (e.g. Scrum, Kanban) and project management practices.
- A solid background in software development or IT (e.g. as a developer, software engineer or technical consultant), ideally with hands-on experience building or integrating AI solutions (e.g. LLMs, machine learning models, AI APIs).
- Familiarity with cloud/SaaS architectures, data models, AI tooling and system integrations (e.g. HR, time registration or payroll interfaces) is a plus.
- Experience in the Workforce Management (WFM) industry is a plus.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills that make working across teams easy for you.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: you think strategically and execute pragmatically.
- Experience with product and project management tools (e.g. Jira, Productboard, Aha!, Trello).
- Ability to take ownership, drive decisions and manage several topics in parallel in a dynamic environment.
- English - fluent (written and spoken).
- Dutch - conversational.
- Willingness to travel 20–30% and visit customers and be on site when needed.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Clear career perspective: a defined development path with real room to grow.
- Direct line to leadership: short decision paths and flat hierarchies mean your ideas are heard and implemented.
- Modern tech stack: state-of-the-art AI tools are part of our daily work.
- Flexible working: hybrid, based in Sliedrecht, built around your life and not just your working hours.
- Attractive compensation: a competitive base salary plus performance-related components.
- An entrepreneurial culture with minimal bureaucracy, backed by the stability of the Valsoft group.