Manager, Software Development

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At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager of Software Development to lead our T Life App development teams. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in mobile application development, user experience design, and engineering team leadership.
As the Manager of Software Development for the T-Life App, you’ll have the opportunity to lead an innovative team working on mobile app and platform development that drives T-Mobile’s next-generation connected experiences. You will be responsible for the full app feature development lifecycle, from conceptualization to release, while ensuring top-notch performance, scalability, and an exceptional user experience. This role is perfect for a dynamic leader who can guide teams, influence technical direction, and inspire results in a fast-paced environment.
We pride ourselves on encouraging a culture of innovation, advocating for agile methodologies, and promoting transparency in all that we do. Join us in embodying the spirit of the 'Un-carrier' and make a tangible impact! Our team is dynamic where no day is the same, and we are diverse and inclusive passionate about growth and transformation. If you're up to the challenge, apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of mobile app developers.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that promotes innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.

• Provide clear direction, support, and feedback to ensure the team delivers results aligned with T-Mobile’s business goals.

Mobile Application Development & Integration:

• Oversee the development of iOS and Android mobile applications, ensuring seamless integration with backend systems and external APIs.

• Optimize mobile apps and platforms for maximum performance, scalability, and reliability.

• Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX concepts and their smooth implementation.

Project Management & Stakeholder Communication:

• Define project scope, objectives, and timelines, ensuring that work you're doing meet business requirements.

• Effectively manage project resources, timelines, and budgets to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

• Regularly update collaborators on project status, risks, and resolutions to ensure alignment across teams.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement:

• Establish and implement coding standards and best practices to maintain a high-quality codebase.

• Conduct code reviews and provide guidance on design and implementation to ensure robust and maintainable solutions.

• Solve and resolve technical issues swiftly to minimize disruptions and ensure seamless app performance.

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or in a computer programming related field. (Required)

• 4-7 years experience in an Analytics and Business Intelligence development environment. (Required)

• 3+ years experience in managing or supervising a team of 15 developers or more. (Required)

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in mobile application development (iOS and Android).

• 7+ years of experience in software development with expertise in backend API development and cloud services (AWS, Azure).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Analytics (Required)

• Leadership (Required)

• Database (Required)

• Business Intelligence (Required)

• Software Documentation (Required)

• Communication (Required)

• Teradata (Preferred)

• SAP HANA (Preferred)

• Hadoop (Preferred)

• Microsoft SharePoint (Preferred)

• Microsoft SQL Server 2008/2012 suite including SQL Server Relational Database Management System Proven T-SQL and MDX development skills, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) (Required)

• Expertise in mobile development technologies (e.g., Swift, Kotlin), front-end frameworks, and mobile app architecture.

• Strong knowledge of backend, cloud technologies and integrations.

• Excellent leadership and mentoring skills to guide and inspire a development team.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a track record of delivering high-quality software in a timely manner.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams and collaborators.

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes
DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No

Base Pay Range: $136,600 - $246,300

Corporate Bonus Target: 15%

The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, https://paylookup.t-mobile.com/paylookup?reqID=REQ314113¶dox=1

At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.

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