Software Development Manager

ABOUT THE COURT

Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States. Its 580 judges and commissioners work in one of the 36 facilities within the Court's 12 judicial districts and are supported by more than 4,800 full-time Court employees. The Court has an annual budget of more than $1 billion. Located in Southern California, Los Angeles County is geographically one of the nation's largest counties, covering 4,752 square miles and, with over 10,400,000 residents, is also one of its most populous counties.

ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Software Development Manager, you will lead a high-performing team of developers, driving innovation and collaboration to deliver impactful solutions. You’ll oversee development efforts, translating business needs into cutting-edge .NET applications while fostering a culture of technical excellence. As a strategic leader, you’ll shape workflows, manage resources, and ensure software governance, all while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. Your expertise will guide the team in optimizing performance, navigating challenges, and implementing forward-thinking solutions that fuel business growth. With your vision and leadership, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology within the Court.
  
Key responsibilities: 

• Team Leadership – Manage assigned teams directly or through supervisors, ensuring work priorities align with policies, regulations, and organizational quality standards.
• Staff Development – Select, hire, mentor, and train staff while overseeing performance management, coaching, evaluations, and corrective actions as needed.
• Communication & Collaboration – Foster effective communication across teams, departments, and leadership through workgroup discussions and feedback exchanges.
• Project & Solution Oversight – Partner with development and design teams to lead application and integration solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Process Improvement – Evaluate and refine build and release processes, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Cross-Functional Coordination – Work with development, operations, quality assurance, and security teams to streamline development processes and meet project requirements.
• Technical Guidance – Provide expert support to development teams to optimize software performance, scalability, and operability.
• Automation & Innovation – Develop and improve automation solutions to enable efficient software deployment and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Application Management – Define and enhance lifecycle management practices, ensuring methodologies align with industry best practices.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Relations – Cultivate productive relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and customers while overseeing vendor deliverables and contractual obligations.

For a detailed job description, click here. Please note the requirements in the job description may vary from the requirements in this bulletin. Applicants must meet the requirements stated in this bulletin.
  
TELEWORK OPPORTUNITIES

This position is eligible for telework following an initial training period.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet one of the following options at the time of application:

OPTION I: 9+ years of experience in software development; two years of which must include experience in managing or supervising a team.

OPTION II:  Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, management information systems, or related field -AND- 5+ years of experience in software development; two years of which must include experience in managing or supervising a team.

OPTION III: Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications. 

Note: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime.
  
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable qualifications:

• Strategic Business Acumen – Expertise in personnel management, budgeting, and resource allocation to optimize team performance and operational success.
• Advanced Software Development Expertise – Strong grasp of modern development principles, tools, and best practices for designing, building, and testing robust applications.
• Cloud & Platform Mastery – Proficiency in leading platforms such as Azure, Windows, iOS, and Google Cloud to architect scalable and efficient solutions.
• Software Engineering Excellence – Deep understanding of development life cycles, engineering methodologies, software reliability, and reusability strategies.
• Integration & System Design – Ability to craft seamless integration solutions with a solid foundation in software design and application development methodologies.
• DevOps & CI/CD Visionary – Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, automation, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery strategies to enhance deployment efficiency.
• Innovative Solution Architecture – Strong skills in designing business logic components, user interfaces, and productivity tools that drive business value.
• Technical Requirements Leadership – Expertise in analyzing, specifying, and translating functional needs into technical solutions while exploring alternative approaches.
• Data-Driven Decision Making – Mastery of database design, data modeling, and analytics to support scalable and intelligent system solutions.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

Qualifying evaluation of experience based upon submitted application materials and supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who meet the selection requirements will be placed on an eligible list which will remain valid for up to six (6) months and may be invited to participate in an oral interview. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

For general application information, please access the Online Employment Application Guide. Los Angeles Superior Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process can contact the email address provided below.

Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.

Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed to MPenate@lacourt.org.