Software Development Manager - £80k - Surrey - Hybrid

Posted 6 hours 8 minutes ago by Exalto Consulting

£80,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
I.T. & Communications Jobs
Surrey, United Kingdom
Job Description

  • Software Development Manager/Software Engineering Manager
  • C#/Microsoft .NET technologies
  • Mobile and Full-Stack Development
Software Development Manager
Location: Surrey
Salary: £80k
Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead a team of UK-based developers and oversee an external software house, ensuring that software development processes run efficiently and effectively within our IT Operating Model.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong technical background, proven experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies, and the ability to manage third-party development teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the in-house development team while overseeing external development suppliers.
  • Own and maintain strong working relationships with external software development teams, ensuring contracts are fit for purpose.
  • Act as Scrum Master where required, driving Agile best practices across the development process.
  • Ensure that software development outputs align with business requirements and work packages defined by the Product Management function.
  • Monitor and maintain the quality of internal and external development resources, implementing necessary controls.
  • Provide expert guidance on technical matters, including cloud architectures (AWS/Azure), mobile development, DevOps pipelines, website scalability, and secure development.
  • Work closely with the Group CTO, Product Management function, and wider IT team to ensure development aligns with business objectives.
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance development culture, balancing diplomacy with strong technical decision-making.
Candidate Requirements

Essential:
  • Strong experience in managing third-party development teams, including contract oversight.
  • In-depth knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies, with the ability to fulfil a Scrum Master role.
  • Experience leading geographically dispersed teams in complex environments.
  • Previous hands on expertise in .NET development.
  • A strong understanding of cloud systems (AWS/Azure), mobile development frameworks, and software architecture best practices.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and challenge technical decisions.
Desirable:
  • Experience with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.
  • Familiarity with Flutter for cross-platform mobile development.
  • Certified Scrum Master qualification.
What We Offer:
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • The opportunity to shape and influence a growing development team.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and best practices in software development.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are an experienced Software Development Manager with strong Agile/Scrum expertise and third-party management skills, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team driving technical excellence.