Software Manager Jobs in Mankato, MN (NOW HIRING)

This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% remote and is based out of the WI-Sun Prairie, MN-Lakeville, MN-Mankato, IL-Bloomington office locations.

The contributions you will make:

This position plans, develops, tests, implements and supports all activities related to the development of software programs and applications into the organization's business systems and has specialized knowledge of these systems. Ensures technology projects meet business requirements and goals, fulfills end-user requirements, and identifies and resolves systems issues. Provides applications leadership by facilitating meetings, sharing knowledge and training others

A typical day:

Application Development, Integration and Support

• Develops, implements, and supports software programs and applications into the organization's business systems.
• Performs code reviews.
• Executes on technical specifications for new and/or enhanced processes.
• Ensures projects meet business requirements and goals and fulfills end-user requirements.
• Monitors applications and seeks to improve application availability, quality, and performance.
• Creates and maintains all required technical documentation per BT methodology and processes.
• Performs daily management and operations of core Compeer business applications including enhancements, bug fixes, interfaces and other business requests.
• Resolves technical issues including diagnosis of problem, recommendations for workarounds, and defect correction.
• Prioritizes and coordinates multiple work tasks to meet the expectations of Compeer.
• Designs process flows and technical specifications for customized code, where appropriate, and for testing the interoperability of application modules under development.
• Creates standards and processes to develop and facilitate projects and initiatives.

Applications Leadership

• Facilitates meetings with BT, Project Delivery and/or business unit team members.
• Provides information and training to other team members. Serves as a resource for questions and problem resolution.
• Researches and makes recommendations on products, technologies and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
• Keeps abreast of new technologies and industry best practices in application development.

Software Testing

• Develops written test plans and provides analysis of software system test results.
• Tests software programs and applications. Addresses issues in program logic.
• Tests the interoperability of new applications with existing systems software.

The skills and experience we prefer you have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or business, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Minimum 12 years of related work experience developing company-wide applications and linking cross-functional applications across business units and systems.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft .Net, JavaScript, C#, and MS SQL.
• Advanced knowledge of business application and development best practices.
• Effective communication skills to clearly and concisely convey technical information to customers and to share ideas, solutions and feedback with team.
• Effective interpersonal, analytical, organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to apply a methodical and logical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to coordinate tasks to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to foster collaborative working relationships with BT business clients, operations, security, and vendors.
• Ability to train and mentor others.
• Demonstrates initiative to remain technically competent by keeping abreast of industry best practices.
• Quick learner who thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• Works independently to complete moderate to complex issues.

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How we will take care of you:

Our job titles may span more than one career level (associate, senior, principal, etc.). The actual title and base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for variable compensation and other benefits.