Software Development Manager

Location: Remote with occasional visits to Gloucester
Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE

Role Overview

My client is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to guide and manage a team of developers, QA engineers, and product owners. In this pivotal role, you will drive the creation and evolution of their platform, ensuring it remains robust, scalable, and cutting-edge. This is an ideal position for a proactive leader who excels in a fast-moving environment and is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless collaboration and high standards of performance.
Direct the design, development, and maintenance of code that is efficient, reliable, and of the highest quality.
Ensure the ongoing support, maintenance, and enhancement of existing systems and platforms.
Work closely with stakeholders, third parties, and cross-functional teams to guarantee timely and successful project delivery.
Offer strategic insight and drive continuous improvement, keeping the team aligned with best practices and technological advancements.
Advocate for and implement automated testing frameworks to uphold the quality of the development process.
Manage project timelines, resources, and team workloads to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Skills and Experience Required

A minimum of 8 years in software development with significant leadership and team management experience.
Demonstrated success in leading agile teams, with a deep understanding of agile principles.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for a diverse audience.
Solid expertise in C#, .Net Core, .NET Web API, and RESTful API development.
Experience working with SQL databases and a strong grasp of Object-Oriented Programming, Design Patterns, and SOLID principles.
Proficient with Git repositories and experienced in CI/CD pipelines, ideally using Bitbucket Pipelines.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, microservices architecture, and Docker.
Knowledge of front-end technologies, including NET Blazor, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
Understanding of test-driven development (TDD) and Clean Architecture principles.
Able to create well-organised and maintainable documentation.
Comfortable operating in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Benefits and Perks

Company contributory pension scheme
25 days of holiday annually, plus an additional day off on your birthday
Comprehensive health insurance and critical illness coverage
Opportunities for charitable giving and volunteering
Long service recognition awards
A robust well-being program that promotes a healthy work-life balance

If you are interested in learning more about this position, apply today and I will be in touch.

No sponsorship available for this role.