Software Development Manager - Internal Tools

Corporate Technology Team Leader We're a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We're on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We've been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.About This Role As part of Intersect's Corporate Technology team, you'll lead the strategy, development, and delivery of internal software tools and operational control systems that power day-to-day execution across the company. This role blends technical leadership with hands-on oversight, guiding a mixed team of internal engineers and external development partners to build secure, scalable, and user-centered solutions.You'll partner closely with Operations, Engineering, and Data teams to translate real-world workflows into reliable systems that improve visibility, automation, and control. Your leadership will ensure our internal platforms are resilient, maintainable, and aligned with Intersect's long-term growth.Team Overview This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect's mission to accelerate the clean energy transition by delivering secure, scalable technology that enables operational excellence. The Corporate Technology team partners across departments to design and maintain systems that improve efficiency, data integrity, and decision-making. Joining this team means building high-impact tools that directly support infrastructure development and operations at scale.What You'll Do Lead & Develop a High-Performing Software TeamsHire, mentor, and manage internal software engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learningSet clear expectations, provide feedback, and support career growth across the teamsEstablish strong engineering standards and development best practicesManage External Development PartnersOversee agencies, contractors, and offshore teams to ensure high-quality, timely deliveryDefine Statements of Work (SOWs), manage deliverables, and integrate externally developed code into internal systemsEvaluate vendor performance and maintain accountability for technical outcomesOwn Technical Strategy & ArchitectureDefine and guide architecture decisions for internal tools and operational control systemsEnsure applications are scalable, secure, and aligned with sustainable engineering practicesChampion modern development standards across frontend, backend, database, and cloud infrastructureDrive Agile ExecutionLead the software development lifecycle using Agile methodologies such as Scrum or KanbanOversee sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and release management across multiple concurrent initiativesPromote strong CI/CD, testing automation, and operational monitoring practicesPartner with Operational StakeholdersCollaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Data teams to gather requirements and understand workflowsTranslate business needs into clear technical specifications and delivery roadmapsCommunicate complex technical concepts in accessible ways to non-technical partnersEnsure Reliability & SecurityMaintain high availability and performance standards for mission-critical control systemsImplement strong security controls and operational safeguardsDrive proactive monitoring and incident response readinessWhat You'll Bring 8+ years of software development experience, including 3+ years in a people management or technical leadership roleProven experience designing and delivering internal operational tools, ERP integrations, or control systemsDemonstrated success managing blended teams of internal engineers and external development partnersStrong technical foundation in modern software development (e.g., React, Go, Python, C#, or similar), database design, and cloud platforms such as GCPDeep understanding of Agile methodologies and experience using tools such as Jira or Azure DevOpsStrong architectural judgment and ability to balance technical quality with speed and business prioritiesExcellent communication skills that will help you succeed in cross-functional environmentsA collaborative, pragmatic leadership style focused on accountability, reliability, and continuous improvementPreferred experience that will help you stand out:Exposure to industrial control systems, SCADA integrations, or hardware-software interfacesFamiliarity with low-code/no-code enterprise tools such as RetoolExperience working in the energy or infrastructure sectorsTotal Rewards Total Compensation: $215,000- $240,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)Equity: Beyond your salary, you'll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company.Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and visionTime to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning and family care support through Carrot and MavenMental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits, ActiveHero, and One MedicalIntersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.