Manager Software Development

As a Manager Software Development at Aptos, your primary responsibilities include leading a scrum team in the design and development of new cloud-native applications and services. You will be involved in hands-on coding, providing direct technical leadership while ensuring best practices for code quality and maintainability. Your role will also involve mentoring developers, conducting code reviews, and fostering a culture of collaboration and skill development.

For the Manager Software Development role at Aptos, a Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field is required. Additionally, candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience and demonstrated leadership capabilities in a scrum team environment. Proficiency in technologies such as React.js, React Native, Node.js, and a solid understanding of microservices architecture are essential.

In the Manager Software Development position at Aptos, you will work with a modern tech stack that includes Typescript, JavaScript, React, React Native, and Node.js. You will also engage with mobile application development using Objective C/Swift for iOS and Kotlin/Java for Android, and work within a containerized microservices architecture to build high-visibility applications that enhance retail experiences.

While direct experience in retail is preferred for the Manager Software Development position at Aptos, it is not strictly necessary. However, familiarity with high-end transactional systems, eCommerce, point of sale (POS) systems, or payment solutions can significantly benefit your candidacy and help you quickly adapt to our industry-focused projects.

The work environment for the Manager Software Development position at Aptos is hybrid, allowing for flexibility between remote work and in-office collaboration at our Alpharetta location. You will be part of an inclusive culture that fosters innovation, teamwork, and continual learning, ensuring you feel supported as you help lead your team toward success.

In leading a software development team, highlighting your approach to fostering collaboration, setting clear goals, and utilizing agile methodologies can be effective. Discuss specific instances where you successfully guided your team through challenges and how you encouraged continuous improvement and skill development among your members.

When discussing your preferred tools and methodologies, focus on agile practices like Scrum or Kanban. Mention tools like JIRA or Trello for task management, emphasizing how these support team collaboration and efficiency, while illustrating how you ensure that your projects stay on track.

To ensure code quality in your team, discuss the importance of conducting thorough code reviews, implementing automated testing, and promoting best coding practices. Share examples of how you provided actionable feedback during reviews and how you maintain high standards for deliverables.

When asked about cloud-native architectures, talk about your experiences designing and implementing applications that leverage microservices, containers, or cloud platforms. Highlight any specific projects where cloud-native solutions improved scalability or efficiency.

Addressing underperforming team members requires a balance of empathy and accountability. Describe how you take the time to understand their challenges, provide constructive feedback, and set clear performance expectations. Emphasize your focus on mentoring them to improve their skills.

In responding to questions about React.js and React Native, showcase specific projects where you've effectively used these technologies. Focus on discussing your familiarity with component architecture, state management, and performance optimization, illustrating the impact these frameworks had on your applications.

Explain your approach to developing scalable applications by highlighting your considerations for modular design, load balancing, and using efficient database queries. Discuss any experiences where you successfully scaled an application to meet increasing user demands.

When asked about staying current with emerging technologies, illustrate your commitment to learning through online courses, webinars, and industry conferences. Share examples of how you recently applied new technologies or methodologies in your work that enhanced project outcomes.

To foster teamwork and collaboration, emphasize strategies such as daily stand-ups, team-building activities, and open lines of communication. Describe how creating an inclusive atmosphere can lead to higher morale and more innovative problem-solving among the team.

In enhancing user experience in retail applications, focus on the importance of understanding user behaviors, and preferences, and conducting usability testing. Explain how you prioritize responsive design, intuitive navigation, and personalized features, and share any relevant experiences where you’ve successfully improved user satisfaction.