<p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced, hands-on Software Development Manager to lead a team of 4–8 developers. This team is responsible for delivering enhancements and maintaining a complex enterprise order management platform. The team operates in a self-organized, agile environment focused on delivering high-quality features and driving customer satisfaction.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead modernization initiatives, transitioning legacy systems to modern architectures and programming languages</li><li>Promote and implement modern engineering practices, including API-driven design, event-based integrations, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps methodologies</li><li>Support and reinforce Agile (Scrum) development practices</li><li>Provide coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance to developers and team members</li><li>Partner with product stakeholders to prioritize work, manage the product backlog, and ensure alignment with business objectives</li><li>Communicate progress and updates to stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle</li><li>Coordinate efforts across multiple teams and cross-functional partners</li><li>Identify and drive process improvements to increase efficiency and delivery quality</li><li>Support career development and growth of direct reports</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Geneva, Illinois, on a long-term contract basis. This role demands a strategic leader capable of managing complex IT projects, ensuring seamless execution, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments and driving accountability at all levels.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple IT projects, managing scope, timelines, dependencies, risks, and outcomes.</p><p>• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to ensure projects meet objectives and deadlines.</p><p>• Develop and maintain project governance frameworks, documentation, and regular status reporting.</p><p>• Identify potential risks proactively, escalate issues as needed, and implement mitigation strategies.</p><p>• Hold vendors accountable for their deliverables and ensure alignment with project goals.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively with clinical, operational, IT, and vendor teams to drive project success.</p><p>• Maintain open and transparent communication with leadership to keep them informed of project progress and challenges.</p><p>• Support post-implementation activities and assist in the rollout of additional IT systems as required</p>