Manager, Software Development Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, software development. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for technical leadership and direction to software development staff, perform code reviews with other software developers.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience with object oriented and/or functional programming using C++ or Java or Scala or Javascript
• Experience with any of the web technologies/frameworks - Node.js, Angular, Ruby on Rails, Spring
• Breadth and depth of experience building and managing complex software systems
• Experience building scalable infrastructure software
• Experience managing multiple software development teams and managing managers of software development teams
• Experience with any modern programming languages (Java, JavaScript, C/C++) and open-source technologies (Spring, Hibernate)
• Development experience on multiple Platforms
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Engineer

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, software development. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership around agile development processes and emerging trends in engineering best practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience with Enovia PLM software
• Experience with JD Edwards ERP system
• Automation with Jenkins, Chef, Docker, ANT, or Gradle
• Experience with OOD, object oriented languages and full product life cycles
• Experience with Hadoop, HBase, Pig, Spark
• A strong track record of building new products and teams from the ground up
• Proactive, self-directed, detailed and organized
• Excellent leadership and technical communication with peers and non-technical cohorts

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, software development. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for suggestions and ideas to the use of technologies, development and maintenance of standards, guidelines, and best practices affecting software development, code maintenance, software quality, and deployment.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of C++ and C# scripting languages and Microsoft Visual Studio
• Advanced working knowledge of Agile software development processes
• Exceptionally clear communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Passion for people management and mentoring talented engineers
• Prior experience as an software developer preferred
• Experience managing multiple teams with 8+ staff preferred
• Mastery of the tools of the trade, including a variety of programming languages Java, C++, JavaScript, Bash and Python, source control and relevant open-source technologies
• Deep familiarity with web development frameworks

In response to your job posting for manager, software development, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for a roadmap for implementing software engineering practices for higher code quality.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience developing and maintaining software development schedules
• Experience managing programs or systems for CMS
• Experience managing cloud-based solutions
• Sun/Oracle/IBM Certifications preferred
• Experience developing Software Architecture diagrams, System Design document, Interface Specifications and Operational Maintenance Manuals
• Experience in strategically contributing to organisational / function goals
• Experience in leading multi-disciplined, geographically dispersed teams
• Knowledge and experience with n-tier architecture, database, SQL

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, software development position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical guidance to technical team on all aspects of the software development life cycle.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Success working with team members to motivate and coach for maximum results
• Proven track record of hiring and managing high performing engineering
• Strong technical credentials, with expertise in OOP, Java, SQL, UNIX
• Experience in OOP, C++, web development (AJAX, JavaScript, HTML, CSS), highly scalable systems, device development and performance testing
• Passion to improve operational excellence and reduce technical debt
• Leader who can drive roadmaps and innovate on programs
• Superior design and architecture knowledge, familiarity with object oriented design patterns
• Domain experience in embedded software, SoC, networking, 2D/3D graphics and native software including C++ and Linux