Sourcebooks · 1 day ago
Software Development Manager
Naperville, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expSourcebooks is a recognized leader in the publishing industry, known for their innovative approach and commitment to authors. They are seeking a Software Development Manager to lead their development team, ensuring the delivery of business-critical applications and automations. The role involves project management, team leadership, and collaboration with stakeholders to streamline internal processes.
BooksPublishing
Responsibilities
Lead and coach a team of internal developers and specialists, providing clear expectations, regular feedback, and ongoing support
Take ownership of task assignments, ensuring balanced workloads and adherence to schedules
Build a culture of urgency, ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews; address performance challenges proactively
Provide cross-training opportunities to develop staff skills and ensure coverage
Participate in recruiting and interviewing processes as needed
Serve as the central intake point for internal development requests and ensure requests are clearly defined before work begins
Rapidly assess, clarify, and prioritize incoming requests in partnership with leadership
Define MVPs and project scope in collaboration with stakeholders, capturing detailed requirements and user impacts
Translate business requirements into actionable, well-structured tasks for developers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience
5+ years of IT experience, with at least 3 years in a management, team lead, or project leadership role
Proven leadership style characterized by urgency, ownership, and a drive for strong outcomes
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Outstanding follow-up and communication habits, ensuring clarity, accountability, and timely progress
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proficiency with project management tools such as Monday.com
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
Technical fluency in Azure, APIs, SQL/MySQL, and scripting concepts (no regular coding expected)
Experience implementing process improvements and enhancing workflows
Collaborative, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement and internal customer success
Strong Growth Mindset!
Preferred
Familiarity with Azure, SAP, APIs, FileMaker, EDI processes, and/or Smartsheet integrations
Background in publishing, distribution, or business operations support
Experience implementing intake, documentation, or governance frameworks
Formal project management certification (PMP, Scrum Master, etc.) a plus
Benefits
Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental
Vision
Health Care
Dependent Care
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
401(k)
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life/AD&D Insurance
Generous paid time off
Company
Sourcebooks
Sourcebooks is a publishing house focused on publishing books under many categories, including romance novels, gift books, and more.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Gifts & Decorative Accessories
2025-06-12
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