Software Development Manager

What the Role Does:Lead software developers, shape technical direction, and turn business goals into reliable software delivery.LawDepot is looking to recruit a Software Development Manager to lead the teams responsible for our contract platform and internal content management system (CMS) editor experience. This role combines technical leadership with people management. You will guide development decisions, strengthen engineering practices, and build teams that consistently deliver meaningful product and platform improvements. You will coach and support developers, set clear expectations, and create the conditions for strong execution.Working closely with Product, UX, QA, Architecture, and other Information Systems leaders, you will align priorities, manage delivery, improve quality, and ensure the team’s work supports long-term business goals. You will also advance practical AI adoption by using AI tools in your own work, helping developers build effective AI-assisted workflows, and measuring how these practices improve delivery, software quality, and customer outcomes.This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, with the option to work hybrid from our Edmonton, Alberta office or fully remote across Canada.What You’ll Do:Manage Software Developers and Scrum Masters to create technical solutions that deliver an exceptional experience for our millions of website users and our internal CMS platform team membersSet clear expectations, coach team members, guide performance and career development, and build shared ownership of delivery and production qualityPartner with Product Owners and stakeholders to develop high level strategy and deliver technical roadmapsRemove delivery obstacles and keep teams focused on high-impact, value-driven workTranslate technical context, risks, dependencies, and trade-offs into clear business language for stakeholders and leadersMake architecture and technology selection decisions that align with business goals and long-term scalabilityManage project schedules, scope, work estimates, dependencies, risks, and delivery commitmentsIdentify and apply practical uses of AI across technical investigation, prototyping, code review, test case development, documentation, and delivery analysis to improve team efficiency, software quality, customer outcomes, and product capabilitiesCoach developers on effective AI-assisted engineering practices, including task decomposition, context preparation, output validation, and appropriate human reviewStrengthen development practices related to web applications, APIs, data models, automated testing, CI/CD, security, and production troubleshootingManage releases, rollout readiness, rollback planning, incident response, technical quality, and the removal of temporary feature flags or obsolete codeEnable website experimentation setup with Product and Analytics teams, ensuring clear success measures and operational readinessSupport hiring, onboarding, day-to-day operations, and people management activities to foster a high-performing teamWhat You Bring:The EssentialsPost-secondary education in Computing Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field2+ years of demonstrated experience leading software development teams and supporting developer performance, growth, and delivery7+ years of experience in software development, architecture, or technical deliveryExperience managing projects, processes, priorities, and technical delivery in a software development environmentStrong technical judgment across web applications, APIs, data models, automated testing, CI/CD, security, and production troubleshootingHands-on experience using AI platforms, agents, or related tools in real software engineering workAbility to validate AI-generated output, identify risks, and coach others on where human judgment is requiredStrong business acumen and the ability to connect technical decisions to company priorities and operational outcomesAbility to collaborate with cross-functional business stakeholdersStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain trade-offs, negotiate scope, and align stakeholdersFamiliarity with Agile processes and cross-functional software deliveryThe Nice to Haves (Great if you have it and we’ll help you learn if you don’t)Experience with our core technology stack, including TypeScript or JavaScript, C#/.NET, Vue, SQL Server, and Entity Framework CoreExperience introducing reusable AI workflows, engineering playbooks, or developer enablement practices, including measuring their impact on delivery, quality, rework, or costFamiliarity with Model Context Protocol or similar approaches for connecting AI tools to engineering or product workflowsExperience leading AI adoption, technical transformation, or broader change management initiativesWhy You Should Join the LawDepot Team:Excellent total compensation packageComprehensive health and dental benefits, plus an additional Health Care Spending / Personal Spending AccountGreat work life balance (37.5 hour work weeks, flexible schedules, ability to bank hours)Paid vacation, plus bonus personal daysContinuous learning opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning subscriptions and training budgetsCompany share planFree catered lunches for the entire officeMonthly social events for team members to enjoy (think axe throwing, rock climbing, board games, food trucks, trivia contests, and charitable activities)Work alongside talented, driven colleagues in a culture focused on quality, reliability, innovation, and growthPersonal offices for focused work and to have your individual space (plus collaborative workspaces for when you want to meet with the team)Free and easily accessible parkingSouthgate Mall, Whyte Ave, and Calgary Trail restaurants are only minutes awayHybrid working arrangements for that balance between getting work done at home and engaging with others in the officeWho We Are:Join one of the fastest growing companies in Canada! LawDepot is proud to be a seven-time Growth 500 ranked organization and a major player in the Global legal solutions industry. Our mission is to modernize the legal document creation experience by empowering people with fast, easy-to-use, and professional solutions. With over ten million satisfied customers worldwide, over two million monthly website visitors, and billions of dollars saved on legal fees, you will be joining a team that is truly making a difference. At LawDepot, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning culture that values excellence. Apply today and become a part of our exciting journey!How to Apply:Apply for this job here or submit your application through our Careers page at <https://www.lawdepot.ca/career.We> thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#LI-DNI