Software Development Manager

In this role, you will work in a fast-paced, agile environment with a diverse team passionate about technology, transformation, and delivering impactful outcomes. As a technical leader and people manager, you will drive the automation of Waters' operations by delivering flexible, scalable solutions that eliminate manual tasks, enhance efficiency, and foster innovation. You will play a key role within the Automation Center of Excellence (COE), partnering with business & IT stakeholders in delivering automation initiatives, promoting best practices, and ensuring high quality deliverables aligned to the enterprise automation strategy.

At Waters, we value versatility, enthusiasm for problem-solving, and a strong focus on achieving business outcomes.

• Lead the development, delivery, and maintenance of platforms and tools for the Automation COE, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic goals.
• Partner with business and IT leaders to understand automation needs, streamline demand, and manage resource requirements while mitigating risks.
• Proactively engage with stakeholders to ensure clarity on expectations, deliverables, and progress throughout the project lifecycle.
• Apply and support governance, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency, quality, and scalability of automation solutions.
• Establish robust software engineering practices within the team to deliver practical, high-value solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Manage and develop a global team of 4-8 highly skilled employees and contractors, focusing on career growth, leadership development, and effective team collaboration.
• Collaborate with vendors and partners to ensure the successful delivery of automation projects and initiatives.
• Oversee multiple projects, translating requirements into effective solutions, providing accurate estimates, and ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables.
• Ensure the optimal performance and smooth operation of automation tools and platforms, adhering to PMO processes and organizational standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending improvements and enhancements to existing capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years in leadership roles within software development.
• 3+ years of experience leading teams, specifically with Microsoft Power Platform or other enterprise low-code tools.
• Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams, delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile/Scrum and DevOps, to handle complex projects and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong experience in delivering enterprise solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, low-code UI development, workflow automation, RPA, and other enterprise technologies to streamline and scale business processes.
• Solid knowledge of architecture, design, and software development across multi-platform environments, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to balance technical detail and business needs.
• Experience working with external vendors or implementation partners.
• A commitment to integrity, transparency, and accountability, with a focus on fostering a successful and results-driven environment.

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. 

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.