About This Position
BusPlanner is seeking a Development Manager in Toronto, Ontario to serve as the right‑hand to the CTO and drive clean, predictable delivery of software projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner directly with the CTO to translate product roadmaps into actionable development plans.
- Lead, mentor, and coordinate a cross‑functional engineering team to ensure timely, high‑quality releases.
- Implement agile processes, track metrics, and remove blockers to maintain steady velocity.
- Collaborate with Product, Design, and QA to align scope, priorities, and release schedules.
- Own the operational engine for all code deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and technical debt reduction initiatives.
- Report progress, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership on a regular basis.
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or people‑management role.
- Proven track record of delivering complex SaaS products on schedule.
- Strong understanding of agile methodologies, CI/CD, and modern cloud architectures.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
- Hands‑on technical background (e.g., Java, .NET, Node.js, or Python) is a plus.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to shape the tech culture of a fast‑growing startup.
- Collaborative environment with a mission‑driven leadership team.
- Competitive benefits and flexible remote‑work options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Development Manager at BusPlanner do?
The Development Manager partners with the CTO to plan, coordinate, and ensure timely delivery of software projects, overseeing engineering processes and team performance.
Do I need hands‑on coding experience?
While strong technical knowledge is beneficial, the role focuses on leadership, process improvement, and delivery oversight rather than daily coding.
Is remote work possible?
BusPlanner offers flexible remote‑work options, allowing the Development Manager to work from Toronto or a remote location as agreed with leadership.
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