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Jonas Software Hiring for Director of RD at Remote Full Time
Job Description:
COMPANY
Since 2003, EZFacility, a division of Jonas Software, has been a leader in scheduling, management, and membership solutions for sports, health, and fitness facilities around the world. Our software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings enable companies to simplify and streamline their operations, improve the efficiency of their staff, and increase their bottom line.
EZFacility is headquartered on Froehlich Farm Blvd in Woodbury, New York, and we have sales and support offices in Canada, England, Holland, and Australia. As the fitness and sports division of Jonas Software, EZFacility’s vision is to be the branded global leader in Scheduling, Management, and Membership SaaS solutions. Our goal is to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as a trusted provider of “software for life” in the areas of technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service for sports, health, and fitness facilities.
POSITION
The Director of Research & Development career opportunity requires an individual to possess an action-oriented approach with active participation, in developing a clear development strategy, including implementing standards/methodologies that create an effective and robust software development environment. In addition, the role requires the proven ability to lead a development team that can produce on-time industry-leading software solutions. The right individual for this position will possess a positive and constructive sense of humor, demonstrate a strong customer focus, and have the ability to motivate others by creating an environment that inspires and empowers employees to do their best work.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead software development team daily to deliver timely releases for features, enhancements, and fixes for EZFacility’s suite of software applications
- Implement efficient processes, scalable tools, and resource allocation to achieve a high level of productivity (53)
- Work closely with other company leaders to maintain a solid understanding of the impact of specific software releases at all levels of the business and client base (15)
- Provide guidance to the development team to facilitate positive and effective communications throughout the company
- Coordinate staff activity to accomplish objectives for specific projects (1)
- Plan and execute staff development activities and training (36)
- Actively participate in daily stand-ups, as well as prioritization and ticket grooming sessions as necessary to effect on-time and impactful software releases (50)
- Report weekly to the management team regarding work in progress, timelines, updates, staffing issues, and/or obstacles to on-time releases
- Forecast and adhere to an annual budget
- Collaborate with management, subject matter experts, and the development team to establish the company’s technical vision and analyze trade-offs between usability and performance needs
- Encourage and promote team best practices (Unit Testing, Code Reviews, Adherence to ticketing procedures, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of hands-on experience successfully managing all aspects of a development team that designs and delivers software products and services
- An acute ability to analyze, understand and enact change to the Agile Development process
- Familiarity with at least some of the following technologies: NET, SQL, HTML, and JavaScript
- Knowledge of B2B SaaS environments, preferably serving the small business market, is required
- Ability to determine the length and difficulty of tasks and projects through proper planning (47)
- Strong desire to continue technical learning by expanding knowledge, learning, and adapting to new tools and technologies (61)
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally as appropriate for the needs of the audience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), webinar tools, and Internet-based systems and programs
Business Unit:
EZ Facility- USA
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Number of Openings Available:
1
Worker Type:
Regular
More About Jonas Software:
Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions to the Country and Golf Clubs, Foodservice, Construction, Fitness & Sports, Attractions, Salon & Spa, Education, Radiology/Laboratory Information Systems, and Product Licensing industries. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 65 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain.
Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across the aforementioned vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of ‘Software for Life’ and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.
Jonas Software is the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas employs over 2,000 skilled individuals consisting of a cross-section of industry experts and technology professionals. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and also operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P/TSX 60.
