About the role
Development managers lead and coordinate the company's development work, often within technology or product development. They usually have a college education in a relevant field and a background of leadership experience. Their role is strategic and includes setting goals for the development team and ensuring that these are achieved.Responsibilities
Development managers are responsible for leading development teams, planning and implementing projects, and overseeing the product development process. They ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and that development goals are in line with the company's strategy. They are also responsible for reporting progress and results to the company's senior management.Skills and tools
Development managers must have strong leadership skills, good communication abilities, and the capacity to make strategic decisions. They use project management tools, such as Jira or Trello, and have knowledge of development methodologies like Agile or Scrum. They must also be adept at managing relationships with stakeholders and team members. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and produktutveckling.