Software Development Manager

Great Vacations Begin With Great Employees!

Combine your experience and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees in Miami, Florida.  Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. 

Position Summary:

The Software Developement Manager is responsible for the development and execution of functional goals and strategies for their business or departmental areas within Information Technology and the Software Development Team.  The Manager performs independently, and proactively collaborates internally and externally to solve technical and business problems. The manager will also be charged with leading the development team and  others, either directly or indirectly, and is accountable for the results of the team and/or function. 

Career Snapshot:

• Manages staff and/or functional areas within IT; leads, mentors and influences others on complex projects and assignments
• Facilitates design and development of business solutions which further specific business strategies
• Collaborates with internal and external constituents, including suppliers, to meet common goals and resolve conflicting issues
• Applies subject matter expertise in the execution of assigned functional responsibilities; remains current with industry trends
• Ensures department processes comply with regulatory requirements
• Interprets, refines and applies methods and procedures in accordance with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Information Technology industry standards and best practices as defined by Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd.
• Creates and manages budget for own operating group and/or projects under their supervision
• Solid understanding of accounting rules for expense and capital activities
• Ensures efficient utilization of staff and non-labor resources
• Solid understanding of IT estimation activities
• Accountable for financial implications and cost of systems and services
• Responsible for defining optimization opportunities to manage expenses

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in area of specialty, or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Experience running/developing a transactional website for a Fortune 500 or organization of equivalent size
• Strong understanding and/or coding experience
• Demonstrates strong knowledge and capabilities across specific area of responsibility
• Proven experience in leading and developing technical professionals
• Experience in leading or directing the work of department staff or project teams
• Proficient with methodologies, tools, best practices and processes within specific technology area (SDLC - Software Development Life Cycle
• Proven ability to collaborate with technical peers and management
• Fully capable of managing business or departmental functions
• Capable of making independent decisions that impact IT and/or business strategy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Accepts accountability and manages execution of individual and team results
• Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity with strong analytical and problem solving skills

Preferences:

• Master's degree in area of specialty

Thank you for your interest in this role. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is the world's second largest cruise company, operating under Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises brands. These brands offer an array of onboard activities, services and amenities, including simulated surfing, swimming pools, sun decks, beauty salons, exercise and spa facilities, ice skating rinks, in-line skating, basketball courts, rock climbing walls, miniature golf courses, gaming facilities, lounges, bars, Las Vegas-style entertainment, cinemas and Royal Promenades, which include interior shopping, dining and an entertainment boulevard.

Join our team as Software Development Manager.  Once you click to apply below, it will take you 10-15 mins to complete our application, which will help us better qualify your candidacy.   If you are being considered for this position you will hear back from us within the next < 30-60 > days.  During this time, you can view your application status on our career site. 

Join us at Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., where great vacations begin with great employees!

RCL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.