Mobile Web Dev Manager

“Want to know what it’s like to work in IT at The Home Depot?”

POSITION PURPOSE -

Do you want to be part of a thrilling revolution influenced by technology? The Home Depot is a $70 billion business-focused environment where you can contribute in a variety of functional areas covering all aspects of the consumer value chain. We are currently managing leading software packages and technology platforms to deliver creative results to our business partners and customers. We need people who understand how best to apply technologies to solve problems and develop innovative solutions. If you are looking for an opportunity to see instant, progressive, and substantial business benefits from your technology talents and experience, it’s the perfect time to join The Home Depot.

The Home Depot is the leading retailer in home improvement across all channels - stores, online, and mobile. Online technology is a strategic investment area for the company and the driving force behind our interconnected retail strategy. We are looking for highly qualified technical leaders and innovators to help grow one of the largest, fastest-growing ecommerce web sites in the world.

The Mobile Development Manager will be responsible for managing and leading the team in developing, implementing and supporting enhancements for THD ecommerce Mobile (including Tablet) Web applications.

The Mobile Development Manager will manage a team of resources to deliver high quality Mobile Web applications on time and on-budget. This role will collaborate with a diverse group of architects, designers and product managers to deliver robust mobile solutions that showcase our brand.

An ideal candidate has a foundation in strong project management skills, mobile application development and prior experience with agile methodologies.

In this role

• Successfully managing day-to-day operational and production support activities for Mobile Web applications

• Guiding developers using key project indicators, including schedule, budge and technical quality to ensure successful delivery of Mobile applications.

• Serving as an Online Mobile development subject matter expert across the enterprise. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS -
Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must pass the Drug Test.
Must successfully complete any required training or orientation courses.

EDUCATION REQUIRED -
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 10

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS -
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS -
1-2 years of experience in a leader/ team lead capacity

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 

• 5-8+ years of Software delivery experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 2+ years’ experience with managing development/delivery of mobile web applications
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum environment
• Ecommerce and/or retail experience a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES -
Knowledge of MS Office and Lotus Notes.
Expert proficiency with the Home Depot software architecture, methodology, and governance process.
People leadership/supervisory skills
Technical skills may include experience with one or more of: UNIX, Informix, COBOL, JAVA, Catalyst WMS and YMS, Korn Shell Scripting, Novell, Netware, nnet, Sequelink, TSO/ISPF/MVS, DB2/SQL, JCL, CSP, CICS TCP/IP, Visual Basic, Networking, and LAN administration.
Problem solving and analytical skills
Presentation, facilitation and writing skills.
Project management- estimating, planning, controlling, and execution