Software Development Manager - Reed : Job Details

A UK SaaS business are giving their suite of products a "face lift" and are looking for a Software Development Manager to drive technical innovation and play a critical role in shaping the technology strategy! 

Hybrid is the ideal working model but this role can be worked on a majority remote basis if preferred but you must be local enough to make the odd trip to the Norwich office. 

What's in it for you? 

This is a chance to put your stamp on a market leading product and create a blueprint for software excellence! There is already budget signed off for further headcount so you'll have a say in the recruitment of new hires. This is a perfect opportunity for someone to gain high level exposure that will put them in a strong standing for a CTO or Director of Engineering role in the future. 

The Business :

They have a strong reputation for their technical knowledge of business systems, helping their customers tackle real life challenges and customise their systems to meet their tailored working ideologies. 40% of the team are female and they have a strong representation across DE&I.  

The day to day :

• You'll design and develop a SaaS solution whilst ensuring high standards across architecture, delivery and QA.
• You'll lead and mentor a cross-functional team of around 10 Software and QA Engineers where you'll champion collaboration, continuous learning and innovation within the team. 
• You'll work with various departments to align technology initiatives with business strategies so budgets, resource and capacity planning will all be important
• From ideation to deployment, you'll oversee the product development lifecycle.
• Develop release management processes and ensure smooth software releases and improve CI/CD pipelines, automation, and testing where necessary 

Required experience :

• Proven experience as a senior engineering leader whether that be in a managerial or technical leadership role.
• Hands-on experience in software development and architecture, particularly in C#.NET, ASP.NET. 
• There are a small handful of legacy apps that need some maintenance so knowledge of desktop technologies is required.
• Strong project management skills and a track record of delivering complex technical projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Any similar experience in designing and delivering SaaS solutions would be a bonus

Overall package includes :

• Base salary of up to £75,000
• 26 days Holiday + UK Bank Holidays with buy / sell options
• Flexible working / working hours
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Death in Service
• 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution

Next Steps? 

If you would like to know anything more about this role or even just want to hear what other Software Development Manager positions I have that may also be a good match for you then give me a shout on / or catch me on LinkedIn " Jessica Blackburn "