Software Development Manager in Huntsville, Alabama at Lakeland Industries

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Software Development Manager plays a critical role in advancing Lakeland Industries' global business strategy through technology. This position is responsible for leading the development, integration, and support of business applications that drive operational excellence, enable data-driven decision-making, and support growth across a global manufacturing organization.

As a hands-on leader, the Software Development Manager partners closely with business leaders across Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Human Resources, Manufacturing, and Customer Service to identify opportunities where technology can improve efficiency, scalability, and business performance. This role combines technical expertise, team leadership, and business partnership to deliver innovative solutions that create measurable value for the organization.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working directly with stakeholders, and is passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world business challenges.

• Lead software development initiatives that improve operational efficiency, data visibility, automation, and user experience across the organization.
• Partner with business leaders to identify, prioritize, and deliver technology solutions that support strategic business objectives.
• Translate business requirements into new or enhanced application functionality and technical solutions.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain software applications utilizing approved development technologies and best practices.
• Develop and maintain system integrations utilizing modern development tools, APIs, and integration methodologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across global business functions to identify opportunities for process improvement and technology enablement.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of software developers and database administrators.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer-focused problem solving.
• Manage relationships with third-party software vendors, consultants, and service providers.
• Participate in project planning, prioritization, resource allocation, and software release management activities.
• Access, manipulate, and manage structured and unstructured data to support business requirements.
• Fulfill end-user reporting and analytics requirements through business intelligence platforms and reporting tools.
• Provide technical support and ongoing maintenance for business applications.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy of software, application, and support documentation.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce software development policies, procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Support and manage software development compliance activities, including internal and external audits.
• Promote software quality, security, scalability, and maintainability through established development standards and best practices.
• Support Lakeland's global operations by delivering scalable technology solutions that enable growth, operational excellence, and business transformation.
• Implement and support the Company's Quality Policy, Quality Objectives, and Quality Management System documentation.
• Work under the direction of IT leadership while exercising independent judgment in the management and execution of software development initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Requirements:
The candidate must possess a strong understanding of data structures, databases, and structured and unstructured data environments. Must be proficient in reading, writing, and developing T-SQL and have working knowledge of modern software development languages and frameworks used to solve business requirements. Must understand web services, APIs, and systems integration concepts. Experience participating in both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies is required. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to lead, coach, and develop technical teams.

Preferences:
Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, C#, and Visual Basic. Knowledge of REST and SOAP APIs. Experience supporting ERP platforms and enterprise business applications. SAP experience is preferred. Experience with business intelligence, reporting, and application integration tools is highly desirable.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:
5-10 years of application development experience with at least 2-3 years of supervisory or management experience in an IT environment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:
10+ years of application development experience with significant experience leading software development teams and enterprise application initiatives.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Scrum Master certification is preferred but not required.

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT:

Climate-controlled office environment. Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a desk and computer. Ability to manage multiple priorities, phone calls, meetings, and electronic communications. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environments as business needs require. Ability to participate in after-hours support activities and travel domestically and internationally as needed.