Senior Software Development Manager

Job Title:

Sr Software Development Manager (Media domain)

Location:

Dallas, TX (Day 1 onsite)

Duration: 12+ Months

A Senior Software Development Manager is responsible for leading a team of software development engineers in the planning, design, development, and delivery of high-quality software applications related to video technologies.

This role requires a deep understanding of video streaming technologies, excellent technical leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex projects and teams.

• Lead and mentor a team of software development engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to best practices.
• Manage team performance, conduct performance reviews, and identify training and development opportunities.
• Plan, organize, and manage complex software development projects from inception to completion, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans, manage resources, and track progress, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and operations, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of software applications.
• Possess a strong understanding of video streaming technologies, including adaptive bitrate streaming, video ad insertion (CSAI/SSAI), and content delivery networks (CDNs).
• Provide technical expertise and guidance in the design, development, and implementation of video applications for various platforms, including TVs, set-top boxes, and consumer electronics.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in video streaming and ad insertion.
• Application Development:
  Oversee the development of video applications for various platforms, including TV, set-top boxes, consumer electronics, and SVOD/TVOD services.
• Ensure the development of high-quality, user-friendly, and performant applications, adhering to UI/UX guidelines and best practices.
• Manage the development process for CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous integration and delivery of software updates and new features.
• Utilize BI analytics to monitor and evaluate the performance of video applications, identify areas for improvement, and drive data‑driven decision‑making.
• Develop and implement metrics to track key performance indicators related to application performance, ad insertion effectiveness, and user engagement.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership, informing strategic planning and development efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on video technologies.
• 5+ years of experience in managing software development teams and projects.
• Strong understanding of video streaming protocols (e.g., HLS, DASH), video codecs (e.g., H.264, H.265), and adaptive bitrate streaming techniques.
• Experience with video ad insertion technologies, including CSAI and SSAI.
• Proficiency in software development methodologies, including Agile and Dev Ops.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills; strong analytical and problem‑solving.

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with application development for various platforms, including TVs, set-top boxes, and consumer electronics.
• Experience with BI analytics tools and techniques.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.
• Experience with UI/UX design framework and development principles.