Software Development Manager

Nebraska Furniture Mart

. Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure efficient, effective development processes aligned with company goals .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $86,260 - $138,906 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing software development life cycles, leading teams, and implementing Agile methodologies. Proficient in cloud technologies, application architecture, and project management within the retail industry.

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Software Development Life Cycle ManagementAgile Project ManagementCloud TechnologiesTeam LeadershipCommunication and Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentProject ManagementApplication ArchitectureETL/Data IntegrationAPIs/InterfacesMiddlewareDatabasesTechnical Risk ManagementCode ReviewsTesting Practices

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingMotivationDecision-MakingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOpsServiceNowMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Retail IndustryInformation SystemsApplication SoftwareSystem Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudETLSDLCServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure efficient, effective development processes aligned with company goals
Manage the software development life cycle from conceptualization through deployment
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction for developers; establish expectations, accountability, and team development
Lead planning and delivery of enhancements, projects, technical improvements, and production support
Establish and reinforce development standards, code reviews, testing, documentation, knowledge transfer, and deployment practices
Coordinate resolution of production issues, identify root causes, manage technical risks, and drive permanent corrective actions
Identify opportunities to simplify legacy processes, improve integrations, reduce technical debt, and leverage emerging technologies
Partner with business stakeholders, technology teams, engineers, DBAs, and vendors to define solutions and coordinate dependencies
Communicate delivery status, risks, dependencies, and recommendations to team members, stakeholders, and senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with area of specialization in Information Systems or related field or experience preferred
Minimum 7 years of experience in IT, preferably in retail industry
Minimum 3 years of software development experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in Project Management and Agile Frameworks
Minimum 4 years of experience with using Microsoft Office
Minimum 2 years of experience with Agile tools such as Azure DevOps and ServiceNow
Prior Management experience
Ability to work both independently and within a team framework and to motivate colleagues to manage projects effectively
Ability to manage multiple projects of medium or greater size, complexity, and impact
Ability to accomplish difficult tasks and make decisions with minimal supervision/review by others
Strong communication and presentation skills; required to prepare presentations for NFM Leadership teams
Comprehensive understanding of application software and system concepts and ability to apply them to difficult assignments
Knowledge of cloud technologies, application architecture, integrations, middleware, ETL/data integration, databases, APIs/interfaces, and enterprise application concepts
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, as occasional driving may be required
Currently authorized to work in the USA on a full-time basis; NFM will not sponsor work visas
Successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal background check