Slingshot | Software Development Manager

Software Development Manager (Sr. Manager) 

As a Software Development Manager (Sr. Manager), you will be responsible for driving the end-to-end product engineering lifecycle, from ideation to delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams, define technical strategies, and ensure the successful execution of high-impact digital products. Your expertise in product engineering, software development, and team leadership will be critical in shaping the future of digital experiences for our clients.

Your Impact

• Lead the product engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Drive the end-to-end development of digital products, from concept to launch, ensuring high quality and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and business stakeholders to define and prioritize product features.
• Architect scalable and maintainable solutions, leveraging best practices in software engineering and product development.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure technical excellence by implementing industry best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Manage risks and dependencies, proactively identifying and addressing technical challenges.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, evaluating new technologies and tools to enhance product capabilities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing technical leadership and guidance on product engineering strategies.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in software development and product engineering. Preferably with an internet product-based company.
• 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, building processes, testing, System Design and Architecture (HLD/LLD) and operations experience
• Experience with data structures or algorithms and strong knowledge on computer science fundamentals.
• Experience in professional software development experience, including demonstrated experience designing, building, and operating scalable, production-grade systems 
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages including, but not limited to Python, Node.js, Java
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience in design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture and distributed systems. Familiarity with Agile and DevOps practices.

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience in digital transformation initiatives for large enterprises.
• Certifications in Agile, Scrum, or other relevant methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of emerging technologies, such as AI, machine learning, and blockchain.
• Background in customer experience design and product management.

• An inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.

As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hiring@publicis.sapient.com

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally-enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. As digital pioneers with 20,000 people and 53 offices around the globe, our experience spanning technology, data sciences, consulting and customer obsession – combined with our culture of curiosity and relentlessness – enables us to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value. Publicis Sapient is the digital business transformation hub of Publicis Groupe. For more information, visit publicissapient.com.

Slingshot is an advanced AI-powered platform designed to revolutionise the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Unlike traditional solutions that focus on a single aspect of development, Slingshot offers a holistic suite of AI-driven tools spanning the entire SDLC—from product ideation to deployment. By integrating automated, self-learning agents, the platform enables AI-centric workflows, reducing manual intervention and enhancing efficiency at every stage.

Slingshot is pioneering an AI-first transformation of the software development lifecycle, addressing a fundamental industry need for more efficient, scalable, and automated software creation. With strong backing, an engaged user base, and a clear differentiation from competitors, it is poised to be a game-changer in AI-powered enterprise software development.