Software Development Manager

Job overview

The Software Development Manager role is hybrid in Portland, ME, with an annual salary range of $90,000–$115,000. The manager oversees a remote team of 12 CMS developers at Portland Webworks, a software consulting agency focused on custom public-sector development. The manager leads people, project delivery, and technical direction to help deliver high-quality client work and grow CMS-based offerings. The role also aligns department goals with company strategy and supports a collaborative, technically strong team culture.

What you'll do

• Lead and support a distributed CMS developer team
• conduct performance reviews and one-on-ones
• coach and mentor staff
• manage hiring, onboarding, and contractor relationships
• provide technical leadership across CMS projects, primarily Drupal
• coordinate with clients and stakeholders
• oversee staffing, estimates, and delivery
• drive department goals and CMS product evolution
• engage with the Drupal community.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

software development manager

portland me

portland webworks

hybrid

$90k–$115k/year

cms

drupal

public sector

team leadership

project delivery

remote developer team

custom software consulting

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 100% paid employee health and dental benefits
• health reimbursement account
• flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• matching retirement plan
• annual profit sharing
• flexible scheduling
• up to 25 days paid vacation
• free parking.

Why this role

Requires experience leading technical teams and 5+ years of web development experience, including CMS platforms; Drupal strongly preferred. Public-sector experience is a strong plus. Criminal background check required.

About the employer

Portland Webworks is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.