Manager - Software Development - Shipco Transport Inc.

Manager - Software Development Department: Technology Employment Type: Full Time Location: Barcelona Description Are you a dynamic technology leader with a passion for innovation and excellence in software development? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in guiding large development teams toward high-impact solutions? We are looking for a seasoned IT Development Manager to lead and grow our development team. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with global business stakeholders and ensure the delivery of high-quality, secure, and innovative applications. What You'll Do… Lead, Mentor, and Manage a Team: of 20+ developers across full-stack technologies including Angular, Node.js, and Python, while promoting a culture of engineering excellence through code reviews, secure coding practices, defect reduction, and continuous improvement. Own Security and Compliance: Take full responsibility for the organization’s development security posture, ensuring alignment with best practices and audit requirements. Represent the development team in security vulnerability remediation meetings, providing regular updates and a clear strategic roadmap for resolution. Establish DevOps/DevSecOps Pipelines: Enable automated, secure deployments and implement tools for vulnerability detection and mitigation. Drive Technical Strategy and Innovation: Facilitate technical discussions and planning sessions to align development efforts with business goals. Prepare and maintain the product technical roadmap, including version and technology upgrades. Analyze Metrics and Optimize Performance: Use development data such as quality, velocity, and defect trends to identify areas for improvement and support data‑driven decision‑making. Align Technical Solutions with Business Needs: Understand and map business processes and flows to ensure technical solutions meet stakeholder expectations. Act as the primary liaison for all development‑related communication. Represent Development in Cross-Functional Forums: Participate in stakeholder, business, and infrastructure meetings with confidence and clarity. Promote AI/ML Innovation: Identify and implement use cases that apply advanced analytics and intelligent automation to business solutions. Maintain Technical Knowledge Base: Maintain comprehensive documentation and contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing platforms to support onboarding and continuity. What You’ll Need… Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. 15+ years of overall IT experience, including at least 10 years of hands‑on experience in full‑stack development and technical team leadership. Technical Skills Frontend: Angular Backend: Node.js, Python (FastAPI, Flask, or Django) DevOps & Security: CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions or Jenkins; vulnerability scanners (e.g., SonarQube, Snyk); OWASP secure coding practices Database: MySQL and exposure to NoSQL databases (e.g., Cassandra) Cloud: AWS services including EKS, ECS, S3, CloudWatch AI/ML: Exposure to machine learning models, libraries, and basic implementation pipelines Leadership & Soft Skills Proven experience leading cross‑functional development teams Strong understanding of business processes and analytical thinking Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities Skilled in facilitating technical discussions and influencing decisions across all organizational levels Certifications (preferred) AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification Certified DevOps Engineer or equivalent Security certifications such as CEH or CompTIA Security+ (a plus) Here’s What We Offer … At Shipco-IT, we pride ourselves on our vibrant and supportive culture. Exciting Work Culture: Join our friendly, supportive team and start making a difference from day one Innovate Logistics: Help improve global efficiency and shape the future of logistics Collaborative Environment: Work with leaders in the industry in a creative and open culture Growth Opportunities: Reach your full potential with abundant professional and personal development options Competitive Compensation: Earn a salary that reflects your skills and expertise Awards and Recognition: For outstanding performance or significant contributions to the company's success Join Shipco-IT and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of the transportation and logistics industry. Visit us at www.shipco-it.com / www.shipco.com follow us on LinkedIn #J-18808-Ljbffr