Software Development Manager

Enento Group; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Enento Group in Helsinki is seeking a dedicated Software Development Manager to lead, coach and develop a team of software engineers across modern and legacy systems, building a high-performing engineering culture grounded in accountability and collaboration.

You will drive the maintenance and development of data-driven products, balancing innovation with technical debt and regulatory compliance while evolving a landscape of critical legacy platforms.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience as Software Development Manager or similar role.
• Technical background in software development with agile practices.
• Experience promoting CI/CD, cloud, APIs and microservices.
• Data-centric and regulated environments experience valued.
• Interest in how AI can enhance software development.
• Experience with budget responsibility and roadmap planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of software engineers across modern and legacy systems.
• Drive maintenance and development of data-driven products enabling better decision-making.
• Balance innovation, technical debt and operational stability while safeguarding data quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and connect priorities across Nordic markets.
• Report to Head of IT Development as part of the leadership team.

Skills

Leadership experience

Software development background

Agile methodologies

CI/CD practices

Cloud and APIs

Microservices architecture

Data and compliance awareness

AI interest for software

Budget responsibility

Roadmap planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Finnish and English fluency

Job description

Would you like to work in an organization where the work you do is meaningful and will have a direct impact on the lives of millions of people and businesses? Our core business is data and how it can be utilized, to help our customers make intelligent decisions. We are together building a culture where we are described by co-workers as friendly, professional and caring and where you are encouraged to challenge yourself.We aresearchingfor a dedicatedSoftware Development Manager to join our team!

What will you do?

As Software Development Manager Finland you will lead, coach, and develop a team of software engineers working across modern and legacy systems, building a high-performing engineering culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

You will drive the maintenance and development of our data-driven products which enable better decision-making for businesses and consumers, while evolving a landscape that includes business-critical legacy platforms.

You balance innovation, technical debt, and operational stability while safeguarding data quality, security, and regulatory compliance.

This role combines people leadership, delivery responsibility and technology modernization in a highly data-centric environment.

You report to Head of IT Development and are a part of the leadership team within the development organization.

Who are you?

To succeed in this role, you bring a strong combination of leadership experience, technical understanding, and the ability to drive modern software development practices.

• Leadership experience: A proven track record as a Software Development Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Technical background: Practical software development experience and a solid understanding of agile development methods.
• Modern engineering practices: The ability to promote and embed best practices such as CI/CD, cloud, APIs, and microservices.
• Data and compliance awareness: Experience in data-centric and regulated environments is highly valued.
• Future-focused mindset: A strong interest in how AI can enhance software development is essential.
• Business contribution: Experience with budget responsibility and contributing to product and platform roadmap planning.

We place great emphasis on personal characteristics and attitudes in our recruitments and are looking for a change driven and pragmatic leader with a structured approach, excellent communication skills and a people-first mindset.

• You take ownership naturally and work closely with cross-functional teams in Finland, Sweden, and other Nordic markets.
• You thrive in a product-centric operating model and help connect people, priorities, and outcomes across teams.
• You communicate progress, risks, and trade-offs clearly to relevant stakeholders as part of your role.
• You are fluent in Finnish and English.

Practical information

Type of employment: Full time, permanent
Start date: September 1st, 2026 or as agreed
Office location:Elielinaukio, Helsinki

And lastly, why us?

We operate in a scalable and digital business with intelligence at the core. We are continuing our exciting journey to become the Nordic knowledge company that powers society with intelligence. Here you will work in an environment with a high development phase where we continuously strive to improve our ways of working and to be innovative in our service development. You would work close to people and businesses with possibilities to make an impact.

We are also proud of the value-based company that we are building together. You would spend your days amongst engaged, caring and competent colleagues that will support and challenge you. And if you do the same, you will make a great colleague. For us, how you act and behave towards your colleagues and external stakeholders is equally important as your competence.

Curious about the application process?

We want to ensure that you as a candidate receive a fair assessment in a recruitment process where all candidates are assessed on equal terms, based on what is relevant to the current role. We use Alva Labs assessments to help us increase our hiring success by identifying the candidates that are most likely to thrive and be successful in the role, in addition to interviews and references. For some roles we also apply background checks. Read more about our recruitment process here.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Enento Group is an equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.