Manager Digital Development
- Location
- Headquarters - Katy, TX
- Listed
- 3 days ago
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Digital Media/Web Design or relevant field of study preferred
Work Experiences
- 5+ years of experience in software development across multiple platforms especially including ecommerce/transactional site and applications across a range of devices.
- 3+ years of experience leading a team.
- 3+ years IT experience in the retail industry preferred
Skills
- Capable of collaborative iteration in a fast-paced environment with short product life cycles
- Experience with responsive website design and development, including cross and back browser usability.
- Expertise in web applications and programming languages including HTML, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, JQuery and APIs
- Experience with PHP and/or JAVA
- Experience with Ajax, XML, XSLT a plus
- Experience working with CMS platforms such as AEM, WordPress, and/or Drupal.
- Knowledge of web libraries and frameworks such as React, Bootstrap, Angular, Polymer, Closure or Backbone
- Familiarity with the whole web stack, including protocols and web server optimization techniques.
- Proven track record demonstrating collaboration with UX researchers and designers, marketers, merchandisers, product managers and front-end developer.
- Solid understanding of UX, SEO/SEM and accessibility best practices
- In-depth knowledge of industry best practices and trends including emerging digital platforms and related media
- Ability and desire to learn new tools and technologies.
- Experience with Scrum and Agile methodologies
- Experience with Internet or mobile usability/accessibility research is a plus.
- Experience in A/B testing set-up and strategies
Responsibilities
- Provide team management, leadership, and direction.
- Collaborate with business, engineering, and support teams to resolve operational issues.
- Define common UI Pattern Libraries with collaboration from design team.
- Define and build reusable component library.
- Work with designers and developers accountable to maintain standard UI pattern library.
- Advocate of User Centered Design principles and processes
- Apply knowledge of and translate trends in usability, constituent needs and business objective strategies, standards, solutions, and results.
- Develop digital web properties with an emphasis on providing an exceptional user experience including agility through responsive design.
- Participate in the resource demand and planning processes and drive Code Quality initiatives.
- Development representative to stakeholders outside of the team, and the go-to individual for day-to-day front-end technology questions
- Oversee the UI development team Maintain and enhance current UI architecture to improve usability, performance, and scalability.
- Drive software development activities to meet schedules and timelines.
- Research problems discovered by QA or product support and develop solutions to the problems.
- Conduct unit testing and integration testing for functionality
- Research new technology or development tools to remain informed of current technology.
- Work with documentation and internal teams, including Product and Project Management, Design, Business Analysis, and Quality Assurance to deliver high-quality, complete software releases.
- Develop a thorough understanding of Academy's policies, procedures, and safety rules.
- Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements & Attendance
- Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties.
- Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior.
Who We Are
At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country - but what truly sets us apart is our people. We're a passionate, purpose-driven team that's as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
We've spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member's journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you won't just help customers gear up for their next adventure - you'll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can't lose!
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.
From Academy's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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