Automation Tools Software Development (32337)

Manager, Automation Tools Software Development Overview We are seeking a Manager, Automation Tools Software Development to lead a team in delivering cutting-edge automation projects that support IP professional services for our customers. The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership skills with deep technical expertise in automation, IP/MPLS, and software development. Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. Define technical roadmaps, set development priorities, and oversee project execution to ensure timely and high-quality delivery. Work closely with architects and senior engineers to design and implement scalable automation solutions. Drive technical decision-making and resolve complex design challenges. Own, design, and implement new software features while ensuring code quality and maintainability. Identify and address system performance bottlenecks and scalability challenges. Oversee root cause analysis of system issues and implement long-term solutions. Ensure the creation of high-quality software documentation and actively participate in requirements, design, and code reviews. Qualifications Minimum of 7 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role . Strong background in telecom and IP/MPLS domain, particularly in service provider environments . Proven ability to lead software development teams and drive project success. Proficiency in Python (preferred), Java, C#, or Jinja , with a track record of writing clean, reliable, and maintainable code. Excellent debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Advanced knowledge of IP networking solutions including IPv4, IPv6, routing, switching, MPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, QoS, multicast, BNG, CGNAT, redundancy . Experience with web development (PHP, JavaScript, HTML5), Linux, and virtualization . Strong familiarity with automation frameworks such as StackStorm, Ansible, Jenkins . Knowledge of containerization (Docker), infrastructure automation (Chef, Ansible), and cloud platforms (OpenStack, SDN) . Experience with SCM tools like Git and non-relational databases ( MongoDB is a plus ). Ability to balance hands-on technical work with strategic planning and team leadership. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with orchestration platforms, workflow automation (Mistral), and large-scale system integrations . Previous experience in managing distributed teams and working in agile environments. Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with stakeholders across technical and business teams. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and automation in a dynamic telecom environment while leading a talented team. If you’re passionate about automation, networking, and leadership, we encourage you to apply