**Build your future with Sovos.**If you are looking for an opportunity where career-minded professionals can achieve success while bringing their best and whole selves to work each day, Sovos may be the company you have been looking for. Employees at Sovos operate on the leading edge of digital technology while working to improve lives and the communities in which we live and work. When we say Solve Tax for Good, we mean For Good in every sense of the word. Our organizational commitment is to provide a place where employees can thrive and progress in their careers while having the support behind them that only a global company can offer.Sound like this might be the opportunity you have been looking for?It's not about what you have done somewhere else, it's all about what you are capable of doing here.**The Work You'll Do**As a Development Manager (Research and Development Center), you will be responsible for helping the organization leverage on data and academic research, working and overseeing a team of data scientists and engineers to provide valuable direction and insight, for developing and evolving AI algorithms, metrics and process. The main purpose of this role is to ensure that the company has the best talent possible within the area, providing direction and guidance while ensuring the efficiency of the team. The person in this position is responsible to achieve this purpose through a proper recruitment, a good motivation of their supervised, always monitoring and driving their professional growth. The supervisor must also ensure that people are comfortable in their position, being constantly professionally challenged.More specifically, you will:- Develop data and computer science / AI / research projects by defining objectives on timely matter- Balance technical nuances across data, math/stats, machine learning, software and connect them to business context/value.- Lead by example, motivating respect and trust of the technical team (e.g. are there any blind spots, are we on the right track, challenging assumptions) as well as providing feedback on decisions- Add structure (e.g. workflow, an agile process with feedback loop and code reviews, code repository, documentation)- Identify discrepancies/disconnections (e.g., between business and data science or between data science and dev ops) and build consensus.- Facilitate a smooth work environment, manage workload, set the pace and maintain quality.- Take ownership of key workflow areas such as data acquisition, data quality, prioritizing which aspects are most important- Work with other departments within the organization to ensure that their data science and research needs are met- Communicate with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to provide updates on progress and ensure alignment with the objectives stablished.- Coordinate with IT teams to ensure that the infrastructure or deployment needs support the data science or AI projects available- Report data results on science projects to stakeholders, including executives and department managers**What We Need From You**- Fluent English (written and verbal)- Minimum of 5 years of work experience in similar role or studies/experience in research- Business and company knowledge, as well as the products and used technologies- Continued education in their given development domain- Interview and selection experience- Manage and communicate business goals and imperatives- Can effectively cope with change and manage stressful situations- Proven planning, priority setting, time management, and decision making skills- Enthusiasm for business, entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for driving results**What Does Sovos Offer You?**- The tools to grow your career both personally and professionally:_Did you know that over 30% of our employees earned a promotion or job change In FY2020? That can happen because growth Is serious business here at Sovos, and we have the programs In place to make sure of it, including:- Mentoring Programs- Management Bootcamps and Development Trainings- Yearly performance reviews where compensation and performance are assessed and rewarded generously- Clear paths for growth within our roles (but we know that career development can be like a spider web, not a ladder - we give you the tools to move outside of your career as well!)Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, color, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. (this Is new - make sure to add It!)**Company Background
