Product Development Manager

CARMS

. Lead, manage and develop a multidisciplinary Product Development team spanning software development, product ownership, business analysis and project delivery .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$100,000 - CA$130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams, driving Agile practices, and overseeing product development while balancing technical contributions and people management. Proficient in modern web application stacks and capable of translating business needs into actionable product priorities.

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Agile MethodologiesPython DevelopmentLaravel FrameworkProduct Management PracticesTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentUser Story DevelopmentRelease ManagementTechnical LeadershipSolution DesignBacklog PrioritizationRequirements DefinitionDigital User Experience DesignTechnology ModernizationContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Coaching and DevelopmentOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

JavaWebLogicDatadogGitHubJiraClaudeFigma

Industry Keywords

Product DevelopmentService Delivery EnvironmentClient-Facing IT PlatformEntrepreneurial EnvironmentTechnology Platform Transformation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLaravelPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, manage and develop a multidisciplinary Product Development team spanning software development, product ownership, business analysis and project delivery
Oversee day-to-day operations, priorities and delivery
Recruit, coach, manage performance, set goals and support team development
Address performance and interpersonal matters in partnership with HR
Lead and improve Agile delivery practices, user story development, release management and development processes
Provide technical leadership and participate in design discussions, coding, code reviews and troubleshooting
Drive adoption of modern front-end and back-end technologies and evolve CaRMS’ technology platform
Lead transition from legacy Java and WebLogic systems to Python, Laravel and newer technology stacks
Lead end-to-end solution design for current products and next-generation offerings
Identify operational dissatisfiers and improve user and client experience
Collaborate on user experience and interaction design
Develop, maintain and execute the product roadmap with internal stakeholders
Translate business needs into requirements and priorities aligned with CaRMS strategy and match-cycle timelines
Plan, prioritize and oversee project and non-project work
Monitor and report on team performance, delivery, risks, dependencies and improvement opportunities
Identify and prioritize technology and software development requirements with CaRMS managers
Manage relationships with internal and external development partners, including scope, quality, budgets, delivery and knowledge transfer
Develop and review technical aspects of software services contracts
Maintain product, technical and operational documentation and reporting
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum 5 years of hands-on software development experience, including experience with Agile methodologies
Minimum 2 years of experience leading or managing developers and technical specialists
Hands-on experience with modern web application stacks such as Python and Laravel
Ability to work with legacy Java and WebLogic applications
Experience working with external development partners or contractors alongside an internal development team, including managing scope and deliverables
Experience with product ownership or product management practices, including backlog prioritization, requirements definition and roadmapping
Demonstrated experience coaching and developing team members and managing performance and interpersonal challenges
Experience in a service delivery environment dependent on a client-facing IT platform
Working knowledge of digital user experience design, including online and mobile environments
Proven ability to work successfully with highly capable software development teams
Preferred: experience in an entrepreneurial, start-up or scale-up environment
Preferred: familiarity with Datadog, GitHub, Jira, Claude and Figma
Preferred: experience leading technology modernization or platform transformation initiatives
Preferred: experience managing blended teams of internal employees and external development partners
Preferred: experience driving continuous improvement across technology, product and delivery practices
Strong technical knowledge of software development, product delivery and Agile practices
Strong organizational, prioritization and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance hands-on technical contribution with people leadership
Strong communication skills, including communicating priorities, risks, dependencies and progress to senior leadership
Ability to translate business needs into clear product priorities and delivery plans
Ability to guide technology evolution, encourage innovation and manage technical debt
Strong relationship-management skills with internal stakeholders and external partners
Adaptable, accountable and comfortable working in a changing, growth-oriented environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote position
Remote-first work environment
Continuous quality improvement (CQI) support
Professional development
Comprehensive benefits program
Industry-leading defined contribution pension plan
Occasional travel
Accommodations available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process