Lead Software Developer- Front End

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Software Development Team Lead
LOCATION: Zoetis India Capability Center
REPORTS TO POSITION TITLE: Head of Global Dx Solution Architecture
FUTURE MANAGER NAME John Farkas
SUBMITTION DATE: 3 May 2024
Hiring Manager (main contact for hiring) John Farkas
ZTD Tower Global Dx
Job Level 070
ICC Business Case Name ZDX
# of Roles 1
Target Hire Date 1 Sept 2024

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POSITION SUMMARY
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Development Manager to lead a small agile team of talented backend, frontend, and test automation engineers. This team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions in the veterinary diagnostics domain. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software products on time. Experience in veterinary diagnostics or related fields is highly preferred.
This role integrates Devops – i.e. you will be both developing, deploying, supporting and monitoring the running cloud applications.
An important part of the role is to engage directly with technical leadership in Dx Product development. So excellent written and oral communication skills are required. The role has end-to-end software ownership of design definition, implementation, and documentation of the delivered application.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
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• Team Leadership & Development:
o Hiring and staffing
o Lead, mentor, and manage a cross-functional team of backend, frontend, and test automation engineers.
o Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
o Conduct regular performance reviews and provide continuous feedback.
o Facilitate professional growth opportunities for team members. 20
Technical Oversight:

• Provide technical guidance and direction to ensure the team adheres to best practices in software development.

• Oversee code quality, architecture, and design to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance.

• Collaborate with the team to identify technical challenges and provide solutions.
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Delivery Management:

• Own and drive the end-to-end delivery of software products, from concept to production.

• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and with high quality.

• Manage project timelines, resources, and priorities effectively.

• Continuously improve delivery processes by implementing agile methodologies and practices.
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Agile Methodology:

• Lead the team in adopting and improving agile practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.

• Work closely with Product Owners to prioritize work, refine requirements, and ensure alignment with business goals.
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Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including product management, quality assurance, and operations teams, to define product requirements and deliver features.

• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders regularly.

• Ensure alignment between engineering, product, and business teams. 20

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
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• Collaboration with architecture product managers and product owners

• Collaboration with other engineering teams to manage interdependencies and delivery alignment

RESOURCES MANAGED  
Financial Accountability
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Supervision
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in software delivery, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Prior experience in the veterinary diagnostics industry or a related field.

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar agile certification is a plus.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
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Technical Expertise:

• Strong background in software delivery with experience in both backend and frontend development.

• Familiarity and knowledge with modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript, React, React Native, C#).

• Familiarity and knowledge with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture.

• Familiarity and knowledge with automated testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, Cypress).

• Familiarity and knowledge with CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and DevOps practices.
Veterinary Diagnostics Domain Knowledge:

• Understanding of veterinary diagnostics, including lab systems, data management, and regulatory compliance, is highly desirable.

• Experience working on software products in the healthcare, life sciences, or veterinary fields is a strong plus.
Leadership & Project Management:

• Proven experience leading agile teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong project management skills with experience in delivering complex software projects.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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This description indicates the general nature and level of work expected.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.  Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula. 
 

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