Software Development Manager, FME Form

Safe Software

. Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeSurrey • CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$155,100 - CA$173,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software development and team leadership, with a strong focus on Agile practices, project management, and fostering an inclusive team culture. Proficient in backlog management and prioritization, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

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7+ Years In Software Development3+ Years Leading Software TeamsAgile Development PracticesBacklog Management Using JiraProduct Owner Or Project Management Experience

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Hard Skills

C++PythonJavaSoftware Development LifecycleBacklog ManagementFeature PrioritizationAI Coding AgentsTechnical DeliveryPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsTeam BuildingAdaptabilityCoaching

Tools & Technologies

JiraFME PlatformAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Technical ProjectsProduct OwnerProject ManagerContinuous ImprovementInclusive Team Culture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects
Lead a team of developers through coaching, feedback, and professional development
Manage direct-report responsibilities, including performance conversations, calibration, and HR processes
Collaborate with Product, UX, and technical stakeholders to define and prioritize work
Act as product owner and project manager for the team
Manage the backlog and prioritize features and internal improvements
See planned work through from kickoff to delivery
Oversee technical delivery and address risks early
Support architecture, product, and design discussions with QA, Customer Support, and other stakeholders
Build a positive, inclusive team culture centred on collaboration and shared ownership
Guide hiring, onboarding, and team growth
Champion continuous improvement in tools, development processes, practices, communication, and AI-enabled ways of working
Liaise between the team and other parts of the organization
Maintain and extend FME Form products that enable users to author, share, reuse, and integrate dataflows with the FME Platform
Report to the Director, Software Development

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years in software development
3+ years leading software teams as a people manager, team lead, or similar role
Direct people management experience strongly preferred
Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle
Agile development practices
Working knowledge of software development in any language, such as C++, Python, or Java
Product owner or project management experience
Backlog management and feature prioritization using Jira or equivalent project management software
Openness to and support for adopting AI tools within a development team
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to support team health and build inclusive, high-performing teams
Ability to balance technical direction with team and business priorities
Open, adaptable mindset toward change
Confidence establishing credibility with experienced senior engineers
Experience with C++ software development is nice to have
Familiarity with Safe Software’s platform or similar technical domains is nice to have
Experience with AI Coding Agents such as Claude Code or GitHub Copilot is nice to have
Legally eligible to work in Canada

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off to volunteer for Safe-organized opportunities
Annual learning budget
Training programs paid for by Safe
Flexible and remote-friendly work arrangements
3 weeks of vacation
Additional paid 6 seasonal days off per year
Extended health benefits from day 1
Dental benefits from day 1
Health or lifestyle spending benefits from day 1
Counseling benefits from day 1
Parental Leave Top-Up Program
Bi-annual profit sharing
RRSP/TFSA matching program
Complimentary parking
Bike storage