Product Development Manager

This management position is responsible for planning, managing, and general oversight a software development team located in Lincolnshire, IL which collaborates with global teams. This team develops a web-based Windows PC application that runs on our global point-of-sale systems which sells and delivers diagnostic scan tool software. Additionally, the team is responsible for a large number of web-based services supporting software sales and delivery. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the sale and delivery of software product upgrades on rigid schedules and the integrated software build process that combines the various components for the product.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct line management of software development and software quality associates operating in an agile methodology with a focus on secure software development

• Agile Product Owner responsibilities, including managing the team backlog and collaborating with the Product Manager on priorities and features

• Ownership of the product licensing system design, and software upgrade distribution systems released on rigid schedules

• Collaborate with diagnostic scan tool product managers and development managers on integrated builds, delivery of installers, and upgrade processes of scan tool software

• Collaborate with production factory teams on tools supporting the supply chain including production, customer care, and repair depot

• Collaboration with Information Technology team on hosting deployments, including delivery of run books and installers

• Develop team members - career development, skill improvement, and succession planning

• Contribute to the software development long range strategy, including management of quality, technical debt, and technical stack

• Manage and enhance key metrics to manage the performance of the software development team

• Collaborate with other Snap-on Groups and Divisions to execute product, support, and financial goals

• Oversee/sponsor Rapid Continuous Improvements (i.e. Lean Initiatives) within areas of responsibilty to drive cost out and improve the overall productivity and quality of the team

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree: Engineering, Business Administration, or related, or equivalent experience

• Advanced degree preferred.

Years of Experience:

• 7 Years previous software development experience

• 5 Years previous managerial or leadership experience

Other Requirements:

• Team building skills with the ability to motivate associates

• Previous experience developing or managing development of hosted web-based systems and desktop application systems

• Experience with external hosting providers preferred

• Continuous Improvement (Lean) experience with a proven track record of achievements

• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills

• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Required travel: Rarely, but includes internationally



Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran