Maybe it’s time to start your own business; form a partnership or consulting firm, or work on a commercial software project or an open one with commercial side-effects.

It sounds to me like what’s going on is you’ve just explored your current map and are interested in seeing new lands. Whatever you decide, consider finding a way to keep it shaken up and fresh. Project management is nanny-like and dull for a problem-solver, so I say. Consulting-ish stuff can be different every outing. Having your own company or commercial project would let you wear more hats which could keep it fun; though you’re also locked in beyond the demands of a regular job.

Good luck. I hope your switch doesn’t keep you from participating here.

(update: missing word added.)