Manager, Software Development

6 Hours ago • 5-6 Years

About the job

SummaryBy Outscal

Lead software development team, design and develop applications, manage engineers, define standards, and mentor future leaders. Experience in UI frameworks (Angular, React, Vue.js) and web technologies (HTTP, HTML, JS, CSS) required.

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

  • Job Title: Manager, Software Development
  • Job Summary: Manages and oversees the design and development of software applications.
  • FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
  • People Manager: Yes

What you’ll do

  • Directs the work of engineers to ensure the best practices around software development.
  • Develop a future state roadmap for the portfolio and provide regular updates on progress including key performance indicators.
  • Lead a team of Software Engineers in working collaboratively with other technology teams and business product owners in an agile environment.
  • Perform design and analysis for deliverables. Lead multi-team design sessions.
  • Recommend solutions which take into consideration costs, business needs, and system impacts.
  • Lead analysis and general architectural design across platforms toward the development of end-to-end solutions.
  • Lead committees or projects to help define organization-wide standards, processes, and guidelines.
  • Develop staff through coaching, provide timely performance feedback and assessments and establish performance and development plans. Mentor current and future leaders, ensuring a constantly rising bar in technical excellence and professional growth.
  • Drive a culture of change, excellence and innovation which constructively challenges the status quo and leads to prudent experimentation.

What you’ll bring

  • Five+ (5+) years of relevant experience, plus a minimum of one (1) year of management experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities, both as a leader of teams and as a leader of projects - dynamic, strategic and resourceful.
  • Experience in delivery of large-scale design projects involving interaction with a broad spectrum of functions
  • Familiarity with modern UI development frameworks (e.g., Angular, React, Vue.js) and web technologies (e.g., HTTP, HTML, JS, CSS).
  • Results oriented with a strong customer focus.
  • Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences, and influence at all levels.
  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed environment and identify, define, and resolve organizational issues.
  • Creative analytical thinker with attention to detail.
  • Have a growth mindset with the ability to adopt new practices and spearhead adoption with emphasis on quality and execution.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $151,000.00 - $179,550.00 per year. The full range is $151,000.00 - $227,000.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

How you’ll be successful

  • Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
  • Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.  
  • Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
  • Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. 
  • Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.  
  • Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

 

What to expect

  • An employee first culture.
  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
  • Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
  • Generous paid family leave.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
  • US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
  • UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
  • Fitness reimbursement.
  • Commuter benefit.
  • LinkedIn learning.
  • Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
  • Hybrid work environment.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at Accomodationrequest_TA@pokemon.com

$151.0K - $227.0K/yr (Outscal est.)
$189.0K/yr avg.
Bellevue, Washington, United States

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