Job Details
IT Manager MES
2026-01-26 Strategic Systems all cities,AK
Description:
Required Experience
Required Technical Skills
Must-Have
Leadership & Business Competencies
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements for this office role include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, typically up to 8 hours a day, and regularly operate standard office equipment such as computers and phones. Employees should be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally and frequently perform tasks that require typing, writing, and document handling. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, along with adequate visual and auditory abilities to read materials and participate in meetings.
EEOC Statement:
Strategic Systems, Inc., and its affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe diversity drives innovation and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that respects and values the contributions of all individuals.
Job Title: Development Manager
Reports To: Senior Development Manager
Work Location: Hybrid
Status: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Job Description:
The Development Manager leads the design, development, and execution of enterprise software solutions supporting Manufacturing Enterprise Systems (MES). The position combines hands-on technical leadership in C#/.NET with people management and executive-level communication. The manager oversees architects and developers, ensures technical governance, and partners closely with business and IT leadership to deliver reliable, scalable solutions.
MES experience is part of the environment, but strong C#/.NET development leadership is the core requirement.
Core Responsibilities
Technical & Solution Leadership
- Lead the design and execution of global software solutions using Microsoft technologies.
- Provide architectural and technical governance for MES-related applications.
- Review and approve solution designs, staffing plans, and technology choices.
- Ensure adherence to IT standards, SDLC best practices, and Agile/Scrum processes.
- Guide teams on unit testing, service-oriented architecture, and modern development practices.
- Manage 5-15 direct reports including architects, software developers, and Scrum Masters.
- Provide coaching, mentoring, performance management, and career development.
- Conduct regular 1:1s, goal planning, performance assessments, and pay planning.
- Lead interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and training planning.
- Resolve team conflicts and lead by example.
- Partner with business leaders to prioritize software initiatives and capital budgets.
- Supervise execution of complex projects and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
- Oversee resourcing and throughput for critical incidents and prioritized change requests.
- Promote continuous improvement in Agile/Scrum execution across teams.
- Act as a bridge between business needs and technical solutions.
- Communicate effectively with technical teams, non-technical stakeholders, and executive leadership.
- Participate in steering committees and recurring leadership meetings.
- Build consensus across cross-functional and global teams.
- Execute SOX controls for software development lifecycle processes.
- Ensure compliance with IT governance, security, and operational standards.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in IT or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 6+ years of professional software development experience.
- 3-6 years as a development lead or supervisor, or 1+ year as a people manager.
- Proven experience leading software development teams in a Microsoft technology stack.
Required Technical Skills
Must-Have
- C# development in Microsoft-based environments
- .NET application design and development
- SQL Server development, scripting, and reporting
- Unit testing frameworks and SDLC best practices
- Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
- ITIL / ITSM Foundation knowledge or certification
- MS Team Foundation Server (TFS) usage and administration
- RabbitMQ or similar message queuing technologies
- OPC Data Access
- AI development concepts and AI-based solutions
- Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization
- Theory of Constraints
- MES domain experience (can be learned)
Leadership & Business Competencies
- Strong people leadership, coaching, and team development capability
- Executive-level communication and presentation skills
- Ability to translate business strategy into technical solutions
- Experience with vendor evaluation, RFPs, and COTS integration
- Project and portfolio management experience in Agile/Scrum environments
- Comfort working in a distributed, global enterprise environment
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements for this office role include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, typically up to 8 hours a day, and regularly operate standard office equipment such as computers and phones. Employees should be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally and frequently perform tasks that require typing, writing, and document handling. Effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary, along with adequate visual and auditory abilities to read materials and participate in meetings.
EEOC Statement:
Strategic Systems, Inc., and its affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe diversity drives innovation and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that respects and values the contributions of all individuals.