Technical Software Development Manager

About ASICS Apps

ASICS Apps lives by ASICS’ founding philosophy, "Anima Sana In Corpore Sano” or “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body.” We believe in the positive benefits of movement and aspire for people all over the world to live healthful and happy lives in both body and mind.

The ASICS Apps provide digital services and goods focused on helping runners and running events every step of the way. To strengthen our commitment to runners, we are expanding our investment in endurance-related digital services, such as endurance event technology (Race Roster), leading mobile running app (the ASICS Runkeeper app), and other exciting platforms that will help us better serve the endurance industry. Combined, these projects and products makeup ASICS Apps.

Our mission―in the past, today, and into the future―is to contribute to a healthful and sustainable society and to bring joy to the people of the world through movement. Movement is an important element in living longer healthy lives, in feeling more fulfilled, and in crossing national and cultural boundaries to bring the world together. If you are looking to join a fun and innovative company focused on the booming digital health and fitness industry, this is the place for you!

About the Role:

The Technical Software Development Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for leading a team of software engineers in the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions. This role combines technical expertise with strong leadership and communication skills to deliver projects on time and within budget while fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Work Location:

The successful candidate for this role can be either a remote employee (working 100% remotely from a designated location within Canada), a hybrid employee (flexibility to work in the office or from home at a location within 75 km from the London, ON office), or an in-office employee at our London, ON office.

Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and career development support.
• Project Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Technical Expertise: Contribute to software design, architecture, and code reviews, ensuring best practices and high-quality code.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product owners, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance development efficiency, quality, and team collaboration.
• Code Quality: Perform code reviews and ensure that code adheres to coding standards and security best practices.
• Resource Allocation: Manage project resources effectively, including assigning tasks, managing dependencies, and addressing any roadblocks.
• Communication: Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, providing regular updates and progress reports.
• Hands-on Development: Participate in coding and development tasks as needed, especially during critical phases of projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a team lead or management role.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, PHP, Javascript, or similar.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of developers.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

The successful candidate for this role will become an employee of Race Roster North America Corporation (doing business as ASICS Apps Canada), asubsidiary of ASICS Corporation, a Japanese multinational corporation. Race Roster was founded in London, Ontario in 2011.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, sex, place of origin, ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, creed, record of offenses, genetics, disability, age, marital status, family status, veteran status, or fitness level.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job applications may be reviewed by Rippling's AI feature.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.