Software Team Manager

Why join Nextech?

We are a leader in specialty healthcare technology solutions, headquartered in Tampa, FL.

We are an ever-growing team, guided by our iCREATE values of Integrity, Collaboration, Respect, Empowerment, Accountability, Trust, and Excellence. We hold these values in high regard and are driven to succeed in all we do.

We’re committed to hiring and retaining talent, which is why we invest in our employees through competitive pay, a generous bonus structure, great healthcare, a comprehensive wellness program, and many other benefits.

If you are a software engineer, finance or accounting professional, customer support specialist, or a business development expert with a passion for healthcare technology (just to name a few), we want to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply. If you are a candidate in need of assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact talent@nextech.com.

Job Summary

The Software Team Manager is primarily responsible for guiding software development teams in the creation and maintenance of Nextech products. This role manages a team of talented, motivated software developers to solve problems and implement software requirements in coordination with all other departments. The Software Team Manager is in charge of evaluating upcoming work, assessing scope and feasibility of projects, and ensuring that the team is working to complete all projects in a timely fashion. The team manager is ultimately responsible for evaluating projects, providing a timeline for completion, and ensuring high product quality. The Software Team Manager must be able to perform all the work of a Software Engineer III in addition to these roles and should provide guidance and direction to the team. The Software Team Manager will work with the Director of Software Development to determine priorities and task assignment among the software engineering department.

All activities must be in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity laws, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations, as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Build software in a SCRUM environment using C#, Angular/Typescript, JavaScript, SQL, and other languages/frameworks

• Embrace best practices in software development (Code Reviews, Unit Tests, CI/CD) and leverage them every day

• Manage and monitor Software Engineer employees

• Guide and direct all software development projects

• Drive and implement organizational improvements throughout the software team

• Communicate with all levels of the organization, often balancing competing priorities

• Assist product owners in writing high quality requirements

• Estimate deadlines on projects as designed

• Test and code review other team members’ work

• Lead and coordinate projects independently

• Architect and design solutions to complex systems

• Evaluate advanced issues for customer-facing issue resolution

• Demonstrate a high level of knowledge throughout all Nextech products and technologies

Minimum Requirements

• Solid knowledge of C#, Angular/Typescript, JavaScript, SQL, and cloud hosting

• 7-10 years of industry experience, including development of robust, scalable back ends

• 3-5 years of experience with the Microsoft tech stack

• 3 years of using Microsoft SQL Server and writing advanced queries

• Experience delivering a product to market using Agile methodologies

• Experience as a lead, coach or supervisor providing feedback and guidance to a team of engineers

• A passion for excellence in software development, the ability to write clean code, an appreciation of unit testing, and the need to have your software to be usable from the very beginning

• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills

• Personal drive to work in a dynamic environment where you can develop your skills while taking ownership and pride in everything you build

• An appreciation for open and constructive dialog with your team members and across teams

• An understanding of what DevOps should truly means to a strong, cross-functional team

• Creativity, motivation, and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled in using Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration

• In-depth experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps for cloud computing and development operations

• Practical experience with Jira for project management and issue tracking

• Experience on AI projects with real-world or personal impact. 

• Understanding of medical systems, including relevant processes and guidelines

Working Environment/Physical Demands

• Nextech operates as a remote work organization

• Activities require a significant amount of work in front of a computer monitor

• Long-distance or air travel as needed – not to exceed 5% travel

Total Rewards

• Generous annual bonus opportunity

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Flexible Time Off: take time off when you need it without worrying about available hours

• 10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday

• Volunteer Time Off

• Insurance: Choice of Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

• Health Savings Account with employer match

• Flexible Spending Account

• 100% Company-Paid Parental leave

• 100% Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

• iCREATE Employee Recognition Program

• Wellness Program including discounts on medical premiums

• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling sessions available

• Corporate Discounts on Retail, Travel, and Entertainment

• Pet Insurance options