Thunderbird is seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Manager to lead our team of developers in the ongoing development and maintenance of the Thunderbird platform and offerings. This role is critical to our mission of delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to our users. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the website's backend, primarily built on PHP, ensuring seamless HubSpot integration on the frontend and managing marketing ad campaigns and SEO. While most day-to-day tasks will involve oversight of both front-end and back-end developer team, an emphasis on management of the marketing team is also expected. With a hands-on approach, the Technical Manager will guide the team through complex technical challenges, ensuring code quality, managing ad campaigns, and fostering an environment of innovation and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
· Continuously innovating the Thunderbird platform/service
· Lead a team of developers in the design, development, and maintenance of the Thunderbird platform, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and performant solutions.
· Oversee the website's backend development, focusing on PHP, and manage HubSpot connectivity on the frontend.
· Manage HubSpot connectivity on the frontend.
· Oversee ad campaigns run on Google Ads, Meta Ads, and LinkedIn Ads.
· Track and analyze campaign performance data, including website traffic, lead generation, conversions, and ROI.
· Experience with marketing automation and analytics tools.
· Write email templates in English to be automatically sent to clients in HubSpot workflows
· Proactively test application and spot bugs impacting performance of the projects.
· Take ownership of creating new designs and features with limited oversight, encouraging a culture of innovation within the team.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, set priorities, and deliver comprehensive solutions that meet business goals.
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technology standards, industry trends, emerging technologies, and software development best practices.
· Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize application for maximum speed and scalability.
· Develop and maintain technical documentation related to project architecture, development processes, and coding standards.
· Manage project timelines, resources, and risk assessments, ensuring timely delivery of projects within budget.
· Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team development, and providing mentorship to junior developers.