Development Manager

Hanson Inc.

. Serve as technical/build lead for complex website and digital projects, taking responsibility for the overall technical approach and development execution .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeToledo • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical leadership in web development, with expertise in .NET technologies and modern web application architecture. Capable of managing teams, directing projects, and fostering collaboration while ensuring high-quality technical delivery.

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Technical LeadershipWeb Development ManagementBack-End/.NET DevelopmentEnterprise Content Management SystemsPeople Management

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Hard Skills

.NET TechnologiesWeb Application DevelopmentArchitecture DesignCode ReviewTesting PracticesAPI IntegrationData ManagementHosting ConsiderationsTechnical Quality ControlEstimation and Scoping

Soft Skills

CoachingFeedbackAccountabilityProactive CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

OptimizelySitefinityAI ToolsDevelopment ToolsProject Management Software

Industry Keywords

Agency ExperienceConsulting ExperienceProfessional ServicesClient Stakeholder ManagementDistributed Development Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as technical/build lead for complex website and digital projects, taking responsibility for the overall technical approach and development execution
Break down complex work, define requirements and dependencies, estimate effort, assign work and establish definitions of done
Direct and support developers throughout delivery, ensuring priorities, expectations and project commitments are understood
Monitor development progress and identify risks, blockers and gaps before they affect timelines or budgets
Troubleshoot technical challenges alongside developers and support sound technical decisions
Establish technical quality controls, including code review, testing and release-readiness practices
Make architecture and implementation decisions for assigned projects
Partner with Project Managers to deliver development work on time, on budget and within scope
Coordinate with project management, design, strategy, account management and other disciplines
Direct contractors and external development partners when appropriate
Serve as a senior technical presence with clients and communicate technology considerations to technical and non-technical audiences
Lead or participate in technical discovery and assess client needs, technology environments, constraints and opportunities
Develop and recommend technical approaches and architectures
Scope and estimate development work and contribute technical requirements, assumptions and dependencies to statements of work
Participate in business development conversations and presentations
Build trusted relationships with client technology stakeholders and guide technical decisions and tradeoffs
Directly manage a small team of developers through 1:1s, coaching, feedback and professional development
Lead performance-management activities and address performance and development needs
Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding development team members
Foster collaboration, accountability, continuous learning and proactive communication
Establish and evolve technical standards, processes and best practices
Evaluate and adopt AI tools and workflows to improve development efficiency, quality and team effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership for web development teams, including planning work, directing developers and driving technical delivery
Strong professional experience with .NET technologies and modern web application development
Experience architecting, building and supporting complex websites and web applications
Experience with enterprise content management systems; experience with platforms such as Optimizely and Sitefinity is a strong plus
Broad understanding of modern front-end, back-end, API, integration, data and hosting considerations, with particular strength in back-end/.NET development
Demonstrated people-management or team-leadership experience, including coaching, feedback, accountability and professional development
Ability to lead multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining visibility into progress, risks and team needs
Agency, consulting or professional-services experience is strongly preferred; candidates from development firms or enterprise organizations with comparable client, delivery and leadership experience will also be considered
Experience directing contractors, external development partners or distributed development teams is a plus
Willingness to travel for client meetings, team collaboration and other business needs as required
Demonstrated technical leadership, judgment and ability to make teams successful valued over a specific number of years of experience or particular degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work environment, with a preference for candidates within commuting distance of Toledo, OH
Competitive salary
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Group life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) + Employer Match
Paid holidays, including paid time off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
Paid birthday day off
Flexible spending account (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)