Group Software Development Manager

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Provide a very ‘Hands-on’ technical leadership and mentoring for engineers in the team. 

Lead the technical design, vision and implementation strategy for major services & components of DPWorld. 

Build and own critical parts of the services and deliver to production 

Ability to articulate the design and code choices to cross functional teams. 

Create an environment to foster professional and personal growth of each individual engineer in the team. 

Lead the team to provide production-ready system components and operation support; and systematically mature components, owning them end to end. 

Ensure timely response and resolutions to relevant site operations and support escalations 

Create plans that have clear, measurable success criteria, and clearly communicate progress and outcomes 

Drive best practices on the team, deal with ambiguity and competing objectives, and proactively identify and mitigate risks before they become roadblocks 

Write effective narratives and present them concisely and effectively to senior leadership 

Define, measure, and improve Key Performance Indicators for the team 

OTHER 

Responsible for the management and leadership of an engaged team, promoting collaboration and ensuring that each is developed and evaluated against goals and objectives which are aligned, specific, measurable, attainable yet challenging, realistic and time bound. 

Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World’s Founder’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies 

Perform other related duties as assigned  

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS 

Bachelor in Technology, Engineering, or equivalent (BE/BTech/BS) 

12 or more years of professional software development, implementation and operations experience. Of which 2-3 years of clear demonstration of progressive experience in management. 

Strong technical aptitude to lead an engineering team 

Ability to meet challenges under demanding conditions and keep calm under pressure. 

Organized and able to work with many people to deliver product features on tight schedule 

Proven ability to influence across matrix organizations at various levels. 

Strong experience in managing multiple projects/programs. 

Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills, with ability to work successfully across all engineering disciplines 

Resourceful - able to deliver results with minimal direction. 

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with developers, business owners, and senior business leaders 

Solid understanding of developer tools and cloud technologies 

Experience working on frameworks or platforms consumed by a large developer audience 

Well versed in emerging industry technologies and trends, and the ability to communicate that knowledge to the team and use it to influence product direction. 

Roll-up sleeves attitude, remove obstacles that prevent teams from achieving their goals. 

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Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 127 business units in 51 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.

Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 54 countries are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.

We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.