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Optimum

Software Development Engineer III

Plano, TX

Reporting to the Engineering manager, the SDE III will participate as part of a highly skilled software development team to build the tools, processes and automation frameworks that will improve ...

Liberty Software

Software Architect

Southlake, TX · On-site

At Liberty Software, we proudly partner with client pharmacies across the country, helping them ... Collaborate closely with the VP of Product Development, Dev Managers, and Team Leads to translate ...

GM Financial

Software Development Engineer II

Arlington, TX · On-site

$85K - $117K/yr

Software development experience in C# or Java based technologies * The drive to continuously learn ... Test data management to drive automated, repeatable, and reliable testing * Participate in new ...

GM Financial

Software Development Engineer II

Irving, TX · Hybrid

$93K - $128K/yr

Software development expertise in the high level programming language used by the product team ... Test data management to drive automated, repeatable, and reliable testing * Proficient in new ...

TekWissen LLC

Software Dev Engineer IV

Dallas, TX · On-site

Overview TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan ... Software Dev Engineer IV Location: Dallas, TX 75240 Duration: 21 Months Job Type:  Temporary ...

GM Financial

Software Development Engineer III

Arlington, TX · Hybrid

$51.75 - $69.50/hr

UITest, Specflow, DevTest, Selenium, Test Data Manager, Postman, Maven, TestNG, JMeter * Operating systems: Windows, Linux Work Experience * 4-6 years software development experience required ...

Verizon

Dist Engr-Software Development

Irving, TX · On-site

Partnering with Product Management, Operations, Global Supply Chain, Finance, and other engineering ... Experience in software engineering, network architecture, or systems design, with a history of ...

Apex Systems

SDET

Coppell, TX · On-site

$46.50 - $60/hr

Job#: 3044562 Senior SDET (Hybrid - Coppell, TX or Tampa, FL) The Sr. SDET is responsible for ... OpenText AQM for Test Case Management, Requirements Traceability, Test Execution, and Test Evidence ...

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How much do software dev manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for software dev manager in Dallas, TX is $140,572.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,200.00 and $161,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a software dev manager?

Software Dev Managers are professionals who lead and oversee software development teams within an organization. They are responsible for managing projects, guiding developers, setting technical direction, and ensuring that software products are delivered on time and meet quality standards. In addition to technical expertise, they also handle team management tasks such as hiring, mentoring, and performance reviews. Their role is crucial in bridging the gap between business goals and technical implementation.

How does a software dev manager balance technical leadership with people management responsibilities?

A Software Dev Manager is often responsible for both guiding the technical direction of projects and supporting the professional growth of their team members. This balance requires clear communication, regular one-on-one meetings, and staying up-to-date with technical trends while also handling performance reviews, hiring, and team development. Effective managers delegate technical tasks appropriately, foster a collaborative team culture, and act as a bridge between developers and other departments. This dual focus can be challenging but is essential for driving both project success and employee satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a software dev manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Development Manager, you need a strong background in software engineering, leadership experience, and typically a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools (like Jira), version control systems (such as Git), and agile methodologies is essential, and certifications like PMP or Scrum Master can be advantageous. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team-building abilities help you effectively lead diverse teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering high-quality software on schedule, fostering team growth, and achieving organizational goals.

What is the difference between Software Dev Manager vs Software Engineer?

AspectSoftware Dev ManagerSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS or related field, leadership experienceBachelor's/Master's in CS or related field, coding skills
Work EnvironmentTeam leadership, project management, cross-department collaborationDesign, develop, test software applications
Industry UsageUsed in tech companies, software firms, IT departmentsUsed across tech, finance, healthcare, and more

The main difference is that a Software Dev Manager oversees teams and projects, focusing on leadership and strategy, while a Software Engineer primarily focuses on coding and developing software. Both roles require technical skills, but the manager role adds leadership and project management responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Dev jobs in Dallas, TX?

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Infographic showing various Software Dev Manager job openings in Dallas, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,572 per year, or $67.6 per hour.

Software Development Engineer III

Optimum

Plano, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 99 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! 

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore - it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!

We are Optimum!

Job Summary

Optimum is a leading provider of Mobile, Broadband (DOCSIS, Fiber) and Video services in the United States.  The Product Development organization is responsible for the technology enablement and development of these technologies for our customers along with the tools used by our teams to support them.
Reporting to the Engineering manager, the SDE III will participate as part of a highly skilled software development team to build the tools, processes and automation frameworks that will improve productivity, drive efficiency, and ensure the quality and reliability of our software products.
We are looking for a passionate and engaged individual who is willing to take on the challenge of transforming software development at a Fortune 500 company and building the tools that will allow our development teams to Go Fast!

Responsibilities
  • Contribute to our software development tools roadmap, accelerating our development teams.
  • Execute on implementing our tools roadmap that includes a CI/CD pipeline that will be leveraged by the software development teams across the organization to support our broadband, video, mobile and customer support applications.
  • Implement tools to identify, document and track software defects.  Work closely with the development teams to resolve issues and ensure timely fixes.
  • Introduce capabilities to do effective A/B testing of releases across test populations.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance testing practices, tools, and metrologies.
  • Implement tools to monitor and report on key quality metrics, including defect rates, test coverage and test execution progress.  
  • Analyze metrics to identify areas for improvement.Leverage developer tools and test automation to transform our software release processes and enable the development teams to get capabilities to customers faster.
  • Use and customize out of the box tools to instrument and monitor systems.
  • Contribute to a structured knowledge base that allows teams to create, maintain and extend documentation for all our developer tools and processes.
  • Establish and gain acceptance for Key Results indicated by our development pipeline and automation test frameworks.
  • Use prototypes and proof of concepts as the primary tools for deep and detailed explorations of architecture and software designs.
  • Go-to advocate for developer tools in the organization.
  • Continue to make Optimum a Developer Friendly Environment.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • Minimum 7 years of software development engineering experience
  • Expertise in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Golang.
  • Familiarity with AI Tools and AI First mindset
  • Proficient in the Google Cloud environment.
  • In-depth understanding of software development methodologies and modern DevSecOps practices.
  • Proficiency in automating test cases (unit, functional, and end-to-end tests).
  • Proven experience implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions).
  • Experience with IaC tools like Terraform/Ansible.
  • Skilled in developing and maintaining test automation frameworks using tools like Selenium or Cypress.
  • Knowledgeable in monitoring and observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Splunk.
  • Familiarity with defect tracking systems like JIRA.
  • Strong understanding of version control systems (Git).
  • Hands-on experience with methodologies like test-driven development (TDD), A/B testing, and continuous testing.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives and integrate meaningful testing metrics.
  • Solid grasp of software quality metrics, including defect rates and test coverage.
  • Experience in software architecture and design principles.
  • Capability to create proof-of-concept prototypes to validate technical solutions.
  • Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to encourage tool and process adoption.
  • Strong analytical abilities for diagnosing and resolving technical challenges.
  • Passionate about fostering a developer-friendly environment and encouraging team collaboration.
  • Intuitive understanding of software design with a commitment to learning from diverse teams and projects.
  • Experience optimizing data formats and handling data locality for performance improvements.
  • Proven expertise in identifying and resolving performance and data-related issues.
  • Contributed to creating and maintaining corporate technology policies.

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. 

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company's discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQ for further details.

                                                                                                                             

Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in New York is $133,661.00  - $219,586.00 / year. 

The starting payrate/range at time of hire for this position in Texas is $111,384.00  - $182,988.00 /year. For other locations, please inquire with your recruiter. The rates/ranges provided herein are the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and do not reflect future job opportunity.

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