Software Development Manager

Summary

Join Portland Webworks as a Software Development Manager and lead a remote team of 12 CMS developers. You will oversee project execution, staff development, and team operations, playing a key role in delivering high-quality client work and growing our CMS-based product offerings. This leadership position requires experience managing technical teams, 5+ years in web development (Drupal preferred), excellent communication skills, and familiarity with professional services. You will define and drive department goals, support product evolution, and engage with the Drupal community. The role reports to the Director of Software Development and requires a criminal background check.

Requirements

• Experience leading or managing technical teams, with a strong record of motivating and supporting others
• 5+ years of experience in web development, including CMS platforms (Drupal strongly preferred)
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Familiarity with professional services/consulting environments (public sector experience a strong plus)
• A versatile thinker who can balance project needs, technical vision, and team dynamics
• A commitment to community engagement and continuous learning

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a distributed team of CMS developers (in-house and contract)
• Conduct performance reviews and regular one-on-ones
• Coach and mentor team members for growth and accountability
• Manage hiring, onboarding, and contractor relationships
• Serve as a technical leader across CMS projects (primarily Drupal)
• Meet with clients and internal stakeholders to move projects forward
• Ensure alignment of technical decisions with long-term product vision
• Support client projects with staffing, estimates, and delivery oversight
• Define and drive department goals aligned with company strategy
• Support the evolution of our CMS-based product offerings
• Engage with the Drupal community to foster visibility and collaboration
• Monitor department performance and contribute to company-wide initiatives

Benefits

• 100% Paid health and dental benefits for employees
• Health Reimbursement Account (to minimize out of pocket costs)
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Company matching retirement plan
• Annual profit sharing
• Flexible scheduling
• Up to 25 days paid vacation
• Free parking (you will love Old Port parking)
• Supportive and engaging work environment for all employees, in office and remote
• Inclusive and collaborative management style, actively seeking and considering all employee perspectives in decision-making