Manager, Software Engineering, Web Applications

Job Description Summary

This position is available within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).

The Manager leads a team of software engineers (junior to senior) and performs a range of managerial duties including interviewing, hiring, terminations, salary adjustments, mentoring, coaching, performance review, and staff development. The position manages the day-to-day development activities and is responsible for the associated tasks within the software development life cycle, including project management, planning, coordination, testing, documentation, and ensuring the quality of deliverables. The Manager is expected to provide consistent and clear written and verbal communications, monitor individual and team progress, and proactively address schedule issues as necessary. At times, this position requires hands-on software development to complete initiatives on time.

As a member of the leadership team, the Manager will provide progress briefings as needed, serve as a backup to the Associate Director, participate in activities to fulfill the department's mission, and perform other duties as assigned.

This position is considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event, weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.

Physical Demands :

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and / or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience : Five (5) years of professional experience supporting the operations, maintenance, and administration of information technology infrastructure. Including at least two (2) years of technical team and personnel management experience.

Other : Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the capability of adapting communication style to different audiences

Ability to to lead presentations and training with large groups

Effectively manages communications and relationships with DIT stakeholders

Ability to work well with other Managers, Assistant Directors, and Directors to identify and solve problems, make improvements, and address ongoing issues

Ability to provide a team with effective direction and support in implementations using standards and techniques that will lead to a repeatable and reliable solution

Ensure documentation standards and procedures are implemented for all team responsibilities

Demonstrate the ability to define deadlines and manage and maintain the quality of the work in use

Knowledge of IT security principles and practices is necessary to protect the systems and data from threats.

The capacity to comprehend and handle interpersonal dynamics, demonstrate empathy towards team members, and effectively handle conflicts or challenging circumstances..

Experience in coaching and mentoring team members to enhance their performance, provide constructive feedback, and help them develop their skills.

Skilled in the use of office productivity software such as Office 365 or Google Workspaces

Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management.

Knowledge of best practices in leadership and management.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.

Knowledge of interfaces best practices in designing usable applications.

Knowledge of high level languages and code deployment and management

Additional Job Details

Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.

Visa Sponsorship Information :

• DIT will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
• F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Required Application Materials : Resume, Cover Letter, List of References

Best Consideration Date : November 19, 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department

DIT-EE-Software Engineering

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$149,200.00-$179,040.00

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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