Director, Software

Director, Software - Office with Flex / Hybrid - Dublin, Ireland ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development. We are currently seeking a Director, Software to join our diverse and dynamic team. The Director, Software will be a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for shaping and executing the software development strategy within our organization. This pivotal role requires a deep understanding of software development processes, a keen eye for emerging industry trends, and the ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality software products. You will play a vital role in defining the technical direction of our company, fostering innovation, and driving the achievement of strategic objectives. What You Will Be Doing : Strategic Leadership : Develop and communicate a clear software development strategy aligned with the organization's overall goals and objectives. Provide guidance and direction to software teams for successful execution. Team Management : Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of software engineers, architects, and managers. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Technology Roadmap : Define and maintain a technology roadmap, ensuring that software development aligns with the company's long-term vision. Stay current with industry trends and best practices. Product Delivery : Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing and deployment. Ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Resource Allocation : Manage software development resources efficiently, balancing workload, and skill sets to meet project demands. Make data-driven decisions to optimize resource allocation. Quality Assurance : Implement robust quality assurance processes to guarantee the reliability and scalability of software products. Ensure adherence to coding standards, testing methodologies, and security practices. Cross-functional Collaboration : Collaborate with other departments, such as product management, UX / UI, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment with business goals and a seamless development process. Risk Management : Identify and mitigate risks associated with software development projects. Develop contingency plans and establish best practices for risk reduction. Budget Management : Develop and manage the software development budget, monitoring expenses, and ensuring cost-effective project delivery. Performance Metrics : Establish KPIs and performance metrics for software development teams. Regularly review and report on the progress towards meeting these goals. Your Profile : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience in software development. Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of successfully managing and motivating teams. Proficiency in software development methodologies, tools, and technologies. Adept at problem-solving, decision-making, and resource allocation. Knowledge of industry best practices, emerging trends, and a commitment to staying current. Demonstrated success in delivering high-quality software products on time and within budget. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MK2 What ICON can offer you : Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include : Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? 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