Director R&D

Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of hands-on experience successfully managing all aspects of a development team that designs and delivers software products and services
An acute ability to analyze, understand and enact change to the Agile Development process
Familiarity with at least some of the following technologies: NET, SQL, HTML, and JavaScript
Knowledge of B2B SaaS environments, preferably serving the small business market, is required
Ability to determine the length and difficulty of tasks and projects through proper planning
Strong desire to continue technical learning by expanding knowledge, learning, and adapting to new tools and technologies
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally as appropriate for the needs of the audience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), webinar tools, and Internet-based systems and programs

Lead software development team daily to deliver timely releases for features, enhancements, and fixes for EZFacility’s suite of software applications
Implement efficient processes, scalable tools, and resource allocation to achieve a high level of productivity
Work closely with other company leaders to maintain a solid understanding of the impact of specific software releases at all levels of the business and client base
Partner with Product, QA, DevOps, and Design teams to ensure alignment across all functions in planning, scoping, and executing software initiatives
Provide guidance to the development team to facilitate positive and effective communications throughout the company
Coordinate staff activity to accomplish objectives for specific projects
Plan and execute staff development activities and training
Actively participate in daily stand-ups, as well as prioritization and ticket grooming sessions as necessary to effect on-time and impactful software releases
Report weekly to the management team regarding work in progress, timelines, updates, staffing issues, and/or obstacles to on-time releases
Forecast and adhere to an annual budget
Collaborate with management, subject matter experts, and the development team to establish the company’s technical vision and analyze trade-offs between usability and performance needs
Encourage and promote team best practices (Unit Testing, Code Reviews, Adherence to ticketing procedures, etc.)
Other duties as assigned

No preferred qualifications provided.