Senior Development Manager, Marketing Technology

Business Unit:Global Technology
Salary Range:$150,000 USD - $160,000 USD

Specific compensation will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, commercial considerations, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Russell Investments, salary is just one part of our compensation package. Our total rewards approach includes an annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria) in addition to participation in our competitive benefits programs including healthcare, retirement, vacation, and wellbeing programs.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and technically adept Senior Development Manager - Marketing with a strong background in web technologies on the .NET platform, combined with proficiency in React and the Adobe tools stack. This role focuses on architecting, developing, and integrating web-based marketing solutions while ensuring their alignment with business objectives and scalability for future growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Technology Strategy & Roadmap:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing technology strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies to support evolving marketing needs.

Platform Development & Integration:

• Lead the development and customization of marketing platforms using .NET and React technologies.
• Ensure seamless integration of Adobe tools (e.g., Adobe Experience Manager, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Campaign) with other platforms.
• Manage APIs and third-party integrations to create a unified marketing ecosystem.

Project Management:

• Oversee end-to-end implementation of marketing technology projects, from requirements gathering to delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, IT, and product teams, to ensure timely and successful project execution.

Data & Analytics:

• Leverage Adobe Analytics and other tools to capture, analyze, and report on customer interactions and campaign performance.
• Ensure data-driven decision-making by enabling insights through integrated analytics platforms.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

• Guide a team of developers, marketers, and analysts to deliver high-quality marketing technology solutions.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and marketing stakeholders to translate business needs into technical specifications.

Operational Excellence:

• Establish best practices for development, deployment, and maintenance of marketing technology systems.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and company policies in all marketing technology activities.

Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor the performance of marketing technologies and implement enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide training and support to marketing teams on using marketing technology tools effectively.

Technical Expertise:

• Backend Technologies: ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, Web API, Entity Framework, LINQ.
• Frontend Technologies: React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3.
• Integration: Proficiency with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and middleware for system interoperability.
• DevOps: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git
• Database Management: SQL Server, Mongo DB, or other NoSQL databases.

Qualifications:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Marketing, or a related field.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in marketing technology management or a similar role.
• Hands-on experience with .NET, React, and Adobe tools stack (e.g., Adobe Experience Manager, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Campaign).

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in .NET and React development frameworks.
• Expertise in managing and integrating Adobe tools stack within a marketing environment.
• Experience with APIs, web services, and third-party tool integrations.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Core Values

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication and collaboration skills with all levels of management
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and meet frequent deadlines,
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving with strong judgment and decision-making capability.
• Highly resourceful and collaborative team-player, with the ability to also be independently effective and exude initiative and a sense of urgency.
• Exemplifies our customer-focused, action-oriented, results-driven culture.
• Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities, has a desire for continuous learning, and proposes solutions.
• Ability to act with discretion and maintain complete confidentiality.
• Dedicated to the firm’s values of non-negotiable integrity, valuing our people, exceeding client expectations, and embracing intellectual curiosity and rigor.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural, distributed team
• Experience in hiring, recruiting talents, and building on and offshore teams

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