Cloud Applications Manager- Remote within the U.S

OEC provides software solutions to those who work in the automotive parts and repair industry. Our solutions make it easier for automotive industry professionals to buy and sell parts, conduct repair research & planning, optimize estimates, improve the parts supply chain, and more. OEC partners with many of the world’s largest manufacturers, dealers and suppliers, shops and repairers, and service providers, giving our customers access to a comprehensive network and a streamlined workflow.

Job Summary/Objective

Leads and supervises a team of software development professionals; provides leadership, coaching and training to employees; provides guidance and suggests solutions to issues that may arise affecting product requirements, features and/or enhancements; drives continuous improvement. Conducts formal performance evaluations and solicits peer review feedback. Interfaces with external and internal clients to fully understand business requirements and implement technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties (essential to the job)

1. Supervises team members, driving departmental procedures and processes. Motivates and coaches staff to continual success; identifies and removes obstacles for teams and individuals.
2. Leads and supervises work of assigned team; assigns tasks and follows-up on work performed.  Communicates relevant information, coaching for maximum effectiveness.
3. Manages performance objectives with employees and prepares performance reviews; develops and trains staff. Provides ongoing feedback and coaching for employees.
4. Hires staff and manages staff performance. Rewards and recognizes team members as appropriate. Assists managers in budgetary activities.
5. Serves as primary liaison between Development and other company departments to support specific product lines.
6. Oversees development activities of projects including but not limited to identifying resource requirements, managing multiple concurrent related activities, suspending/resuming activities as priorities shift, and quantifying risk when contingency planning is needed.
7. Provides timely feedback on project-related tasks and issues to management after identifying root cause of issues; communicates directives to prevent the same, or similar issues from occurring in the future. Takes the initiative and continuously seeks opportunities for improvement.
8. Understands requirements and business workflows for assigned products, including target environment, performance criteria and competitive issues.
9. Coordinates moderately complex project activities including design, implementation and maintenance of multiple products.
10. Participates in presentations, technical demonstrations, and other client-interaction activities in support of products assigned.
11. Works effectively with peers as well as other employees to align activities and people across multiple initiatives. Capable of proactively identifying and tackling issues.

Education

A bachelor’ degree from an accredited college or university is required, with a focus in Computer Science, Technology, or related discipline. In the absence of a degree, equivalent work experience directly related to the key responsibilities of the role will be considered as a substitute for the degree.

Experience, Skills and Key Competencies

• At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in a software development role is required
• A proven background in understanding business requirements and providing effective technical solutions
• At least 1 year of experience leading committees, teams, projects, activities and/or workgroups.

Must also be able to demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop collaborative working relationships within and across teams.
• Engaging presentation skills, with the ability to speak to and interact with audiences of various types/sizes in an easy-to-understand manner.
• Able to promote adaptive planning, evolutionary development, and delivery of solutions.
• Can apply principles of analytical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, consider options, and recommend solutions based on all considerations.
• Able to work in a proactive and self-directed manner with limited guidance.
• Solid project planning skills with the ability to effectively suspend and resume activities as priorities shift.

What makes working at OEC awesome? It varies from employee to employee. For some, it’s the flexibility – whether it’s remote work or a hybrid or in-person role, OEC takes our teams across multiple time zones and international communities. For others, it’s the strong sense of camaraderie and community that celebrates both individuals and team-driven contributions. Or it could be the empowerment and how the team is encouraged to take risks, learn, and grow within a dynamic and supportive environment. But no matter what gets us out of bed in the morning, our whole global community is inspired to be forward thinking and drive innovative solutions for the automotive parts and repair industry. 
 

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