Software Development Manager (Drupal/CMS)

TL;DR

Software Development Manager (Drupal/CMS): Oversee a remote team of 12 CMS developers, managing project execution, staff development, and team operations with an accent on delivering high-quality client work and growing CMS-based product offerings. Focus on technical leadership across Drupal projects, strategic department goals, and cultivating collaboration and mentorship.

Location: Hybrid (Portland, ME office and remote), US-based; requires passing criminal background check.

Company

Mission-driven software consulting agency building custom web applications and digital services for the public sector, primarily using Drupal and open source tools.

What you will do

• Lead and support a distributed team of in-house and contract CMS developers.
• Conduct performance reviews, one-on-ones, coaching, and mentoring for team growth.
• Manage hiring, onboarding, and contractor relationships.
• Serve as technical leader on CMS projects, aligning decisions with product vision.
• Meet clients and stakeholders to advance projects, provide staffing, estimates, and delivery oversight.
• Drive department goals, evolve CMS product offerings, and engage with Drupal community.

Requirements

• Experience leading or managing technical teams with strong record of motivation and support.
• 5+ years in web development, including CMS platforms (Drupal strongly preferred).
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Familiarity with professional services/consulting environments (public sector a plus).
• Versatile thinking to balance projects, technical vision, and team dynamics.
• Commitment to community engagement and continuous learning.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% paid health and dental benefits, Health Reimbursement Account, FSA, Dependent Care Accounts.
• Company matching retirement plan and annual profit sharing.
• Flexible scheduling, up to 25 days paid vacation, free parking.
• Supportive work environment for office and remote employees.
• Inclusive collaborative management considering all perspectives.
• Competitive pay with merit increases; consistently named one of Maine’s Best Places to Work.