Software Development Manager - (Remote, Boucherville QC) - Fluent in French

We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

Position is REMOTE : The selected candidate must reside within 250 km of our BOUCHERVILLE (Qc) office.

At RONA, over 22,000 employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA, Réno-Dépôt, and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match

Our expectations

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead and inspire multiple teams across various technology stacks. The ideal candidate will be a servant leader capable of adapting their leadership style to different contexts and driving continuous improvement in our development processes.

Your role

• Manage and mentor multiple software development teams working with diverse technologies including React, Java, GoLang, and NodeJS.
• Oversee both full-stack and back-end development projects.
• Lead teams in various project management methodologies, including Agile/Scrum and Waterfall.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and design teams to ensure alignment between technical implementation and business objectives.
• Develop and execute strategies to transform teams into high-performing units.
• Drive the adoption of more agile approaches and improve overall ways of working
• Facilitate cross-team communication and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to technical decision-making and architecture discussions.
• Manage resource allocation, capacity planning, and team performance metrics.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and support the professional growth of team members.
• Manage the expectations of stakeholders, whose products are in production and maintained by the software developers that report to you.
  
  

The Qualifications We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred), or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Proven track record of leading software development teams.
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in at least two of the following: React, Java, GoLang, or NodeJS
• Experience with both Agile/Scrum and Waterfall project management methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to improve development processes and team productivity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and French.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Experience working closely with product management and design teams.
• Adaptable leadership style with a focus on servant leadership principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud or AWS.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, and/or e-commerce in general.
• Experience with data-driven decision making and performance metrics.
  
  

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
• Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
• Electric car charging stations
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• And much more!
  
  

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.