Talent.com
API Development Manager
API Development ManagerDataBank Holdings • Dallas, Texas, United States, 75202
API Development Manager

API Development Manager

DataBank Holdings • Dallas, Texas, United States, 75202
[job_card.30_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
  • [job_card.full_time]
[job_card.job_description]

DataBank is a leading service provider of enterprise class services aimed at providing 100% uptime and availability of customer data, applications, and equipment. DataBank's managed data center services are built around its world-class facilities, multi-homed Internet access hub, and multi-terabyte storage area network. We provide a redundant managed colocation environment for companies wishing to outsource their entire computer room infrastructure. This environment consists of space, power and network transport services. (Translation : We're basically the people who make sure your stuff never goes down. You're welcome.)

DataBank is looking for an experienced Development Manager to lead our PHP API development team consisting of 6 developers. This role focuses on people leadership, team development, and operational excellence while partnering closely with our technical leads on our core API application and legacy systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in PHP and API development combined with proven expertise in hiring, developing, and managing high-performing development teams. (Basically, you need to know your code AND know how to wrangle the brilliant chaos that is a dev team.)

Responsibilities

People Management & Leadership

  • Conduct regular 1-on-1s with team members to support their growth, address concerns, and maintain strong working relationships
  • Lead the full hiring lifecycle including job descriptions, candidate screening, technical interviews, and onboarding new developers
  • Manage performance through regular check-ins and annual performance reviews with clear, actionable feedback (Yes, you'll actually have to tell people things. Out loud. Like an adult.)
  • Make difficult decisions including performance improvement plans and terminations when necessary
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that encourages continuous learning and innovation
  • Champion career development by identifying growth opportunities and creating individual development plans for each team member
  • Lead and mentor developers to improve coding skills and development methodology

Team Operations & Delivery

  • Balance technical priorities with team capacity and business needs (The eternal struggle. You got this.)
  • Develop and maintain team process and procedure documentation, ensuring the team follows established standards and workflows
  • Remove blockers and create an environment where developers can do their best work (Shield team from corporate buzzword bingo and unnecessary "synergy alignment sessions")
  • Manage resource allocation across the primary API application (95% of effort) and legacy applications
  • Assist with planning and managing sprints
  • Run daily team standups and help facilitate sprint retrospectives (Turn retro action items into things that actually happen)
  • Track team velocity, identify process improvements, and implement solutions that increase efficiency
  • Facilitate effective communication between the development teams and stakeholders across IT and the broader organization

    • Strategic Planning & Technical Oversight

  • Collaborate on technical roadmap and help translate business requirements into development priorities
  • Identify skill gaps and create strategies to address them through hiring, training, or external resources
  • Work with leadership on budget planning for team expenses, tools, and professional development
  • Contribute to departmental initiatives and represent the development team in cross-functional meetings
  • Maintain sufficient technical understanding of our PHP applications, API architecture, and technology stack to make informed decisions
  • Collaborate with Technical Leads in making technical decisions and understanding tradeoffs
  • Stay current with development practices, tools, and industry trends to guide team investments (No, we're not rewriting everything in Rust. Probably.)
  • Oversee and manage incident response and escalations

    • Hands-On Technical Engagement (20-30% of time)

  • Perform code reviews of developer check-ins to ensure quality and functional requirements are met (Minor Detail : You'll need to actually understand the code you're reviewing)
  • Approve merge requests and assist with resolving complex merge conflicts when needed
  • Participate in architecture and design discussions for the API and internal tools
  • Generate and review development, design, and QA documentation
  • Maintain hands-on technical credibility through direct development tasks (Translation : You're still gonna code, just not every day)

    • Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software development experience with hands-on PHP development in enterprise applications
  • 3+ years developing RESTful APIs and familiarity with MVC-based frameworks
  • 3+ years in people management with 4+ direct reports (You've survived managing humans before)
  • Proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining technical talent
  • Experience conducting performance reviews and having difficult conversations when needed
  • Experience with MSSQL or MySQL databases and ability to understand and write complex SQL queries
  • Understanding of highly available and performant application architecture
  • Strong communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities / make sound decisions with incomplete information
  • Track record of improving team processes and development workflows
  • Experience developing automated testing and integrating it within a CI / CD pipeline
  • Experience leveraging AI to improve code quality and team productivity (Yes, we use the robot brains)

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years architecting highly available and performant applications and databases
  • Experience with Docker, RabbitMQ, Elastic Search, Jenkins, Redis, and / or similar technologies
  • Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies in practice
  • Hands-on experience developing applications with AI / ML integrations (LLMs, machine learning models, or AI-powered features)

    • What Success Looks Like

    First 90 Days :

  • Establish trust and rapport with all team members through consistent 1-on-1s
  • Understand the API architecture, legacy systems, and current technical challenges and personally deliver at least one meaningful API feature (Yes, you'll ship actual code)
  • Build strong working relationship with technical leads and establish clear responsibilities
  • Identify immediate team needs, process gaps, or morale issues requiring attention (Detective work, but for team happiness)

    • First Year :

  • Complete at least one full hiring cycle, bringing on quality talent that strengthens the team
  • Implement or improve team processes that demonstrably increase productivity and satisfaction
  • Conduct thorough annual reviews with actionable development plans for each team member
  • Build credibility with stakeholders through reliable delivery and transparent communication
  • Foster team growth while maintaining delivery on DataBank's API and internal tools (Keep the lights on AND make things better. You're talented like that.)

    • To be considered for this position, all candidates must be U.S. citizens or hold valid Green Card and live in the U.S.. This requirement is due to DataBank's compliance with FedRAMP and FISMA regulations.

    No third-party recruiters.

    PIc418d6416e96-30511-38931908

    [job_alerts.create_a_job]

    Manager Api Development • Dallas, Texas, United States, 75202

    [internal_linking.similar_jobs]
    API Development Manager

    API Development Manager

    DataBank Holdings, Ltd. • Dallas, TX, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    DataBank's managed data center services are built around its world-class facilities, multi-homed Internet access hub, and multi-terabyte storage area network. We provide a redundant managed colocati...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Occupational Therapist

    Travel Occupational Therapist

    Trustaff Allied • Ennis, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Trustaff Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Ennis, Texas.Job Description & Requirements. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll help patients live their life...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Core Medical Group • Ennis, TX, US
    [job_card.permanent] +1
    Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Ennis, Texas. Job Description & Requirements.Client in TX seeking Occupational Th...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Business Development Manager

    Business Development Manager

    Syneos Health / inVentiv Health Commercial LLC • Dallas, TX, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    This role is responsible for managing early engagement with customers end-to-end, from initial identification through sales execution. Leveraging AI-driven tools and digital platforms, the Business ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Manager, Enterprise Sales – K-12 AI EdTech SaaS

    Manager, Enterprise Sales – K-12 AI EdTech SaaS

    Jobot • Addison, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    This Jobot Job is hosted by : Forrest Mack.Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary : $150,000 - $300,000 per year.Founded nearly a decade ag...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Mader MedX • Ennis, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Mader MedX is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Ennis, Texas.Job Description & Requirements.At Mader MedX, our people always come first. With over 20 years of global st...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Manager, Software Development

    Manager, Software Development

    T-Mobile USA, Inc. • Frisco, TX, United States
    [job_card.full_time] +2
    At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation pack...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Manager, Identity and Access Management Systems

    Manager, Identity and Access Management Systems

    The Options Clearing Corporation • Dallas, TX, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP • • • • •.We are seeking an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our IAM team, including ass...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Software Development Manager

    Software Development Manager

    Stedi • Dallas, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Software Development Manager Opportunity.Stedi is looking for a Software Development Manager to lead our Eligibility Team, which is responsible for building highly scalable, resilient, modern APIs ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Business Development Manager - International Air / Ocean Sales

    Business Development Manager - International Air / Ocean Sales

    FreightTAS LLC • Dallas, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Sorry, Visa / sponsorship not available.Business Development Manager - International Air / Ocean .Salary - $75k to $125k base plus commission. Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    GetMed Staffing, Inc. • Ennis, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Ennis, Texas.Job Description & Requirements.GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong Occupational Therapist to assist our traveler-friendly client.A ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours] • [promoted] • [new]
    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Synergy Medical Staffing • Ennis, TX, US
    [job_card.permanent]
    Synergy Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Ennis, Texas.Job Description & Requirements. Shift : 5x8 Days, 08 : 00 : 00-16 : 00 : 00, 8.When you join Synergy M...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Manager Solution Strategy

    Manager Solution Strategy

    FinThrive • Plano, TX, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    As a member of our Sales Solution Strategy team, the Solution Strategy Manager will have responsibility for the growth of Government Reimbursement Technology and Services as set by a quarterly and ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Senior Applications Manager JD Edwards

    Senior Applications Manager JD Edwards

    Tri-S Recruiters, Inc • Dallas, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    Senior IT Manager – JD Edwards & Logistics Systems.IT team and drive the performance and evolution of their logistics technology stack, with a focus on. JD Edwards ERP and Blue Yonder warehouse mana...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Application Development Manager - Salesforce

    Application Development Manager - Salesforce

    Genesis10 • Plano, Texas, United States
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    Genesis10 is currently seeking an Application Development Manager – SALESFORCE with our client in the financial services industry located in Plano, TX. This is a for this direct hire, full time job ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_1_day] • [promoted]
    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Travel Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

    Skyline Med Staff Allied • Ennis, TX, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Skyline Med Staff Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Ennis, Texas.Job Description & Requirements. Join the Top- Rated Travel Healthcare Team!.Skyline Med Staff...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    M&A Operational Manager- Advisory

    M&A Operational Manager- Advisory

    EisnerAmper • Dallas, TX, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact.Whether you're starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasone...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours] • [promoted] • [new]
    Digital Channels Middleware Platform Senior Product Associate

    Digital Channels Middleware Platform Senior Product Associate

    J.P. Morgan • Plano, Texas, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    Unleash your expertise in product development and optimization by leveraging user research, analyzing metrics, and collaborating across one of the world’s most innovative financial organizati...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]