Product and Development Team Leader

Volaris Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Product and Development Team Leader to supervise QA and Development teams. The role involves ensuring timely product releases and fostering Agile practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development within a SaaS environment, with proven experience in team management. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration across departments. This leadership position offers opportunities for professional growth and continuous improvement in processes.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software development and QA within a SaaS environment.
• Previous experience in mentoring, supervising, or managing technical staff.
• Excellent knowledge of Agile and SDLC methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to the team.
• Ensure delivery of product releases against schedules.
• Manage workload allocation and resource planning.
• Drive improvements in testing and development processes.

Skills

Software development background in SaaS

Mentoring and supervising technical staff

Knowledge of Agile and SDLC methodologies

Proficiency in Java, Spring, React

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SQL

Selenium

Git

Job description

Job Summary

The Sunrise Product and Development Team Leader is responsible for supervising of the QA, Development, and Product Analyst teams at Sunrise. The role ensures that product releases are delivered on time, to quality standards, and aligned with business priorities.

The Product and Development Team Leader will provide day‑to‑day guidance, manage workload allocation, and support professional growth across the team. They will champion Agile practices, drive continuous improvement in processes, and ensure effective collaboration between Technical Operations, Sales and Marketing, Professional Services, and Support teams.

As a leader, the Product and Development Team Leader is expected to set the standard in living the Sunrise values – striving for excellence, acting with integrity, being curious, collaborating effectively, and taking accountability.

Job Description Overview

The Sunrise Product and Development Team Leader is responsible for supervising of the QA, Development, and Product Analyst teams at Sunrise. The role ensures that product releases are delivered on time, to quality standards, and aligned with business priorities.

The Product and Development Team Leader will provide day‑to‑day guidance, manage workload allocation, and support professional growth across the team. They will champion Agile practices, drive continuous improvement in processes, and ensure effective collaboration between Technical Operations, Sales and Marketing, Professional Services, and Support teams.

As a leader, the Product and Development Team Leader is expected to set the standard in living the Sunrise values – striving for excellence, acting with integrity, being curious, collaborating effectively, and taking accountability.

Job Specification

• Provide day‑to‑day support, mentoring, and guidance to QA, Development, and Product Analyst staff.
• Ensure delivery of product releases and updates against agreed schedules and quality benchmarks.
• Manage workload allocation, priorities, and resource planning across the team.
• Conduct regular 1 : 1s, performance reviews, and career development planning.
• Oversee adherence to Agile / SDLC practices, ensuring consistent use of Jira, Confluence, and related tools.
• Drive improvements in testing, development, and documentation processes.
• Collaborate with Technical Operations, Sales and Marketing, Professional Services, and Support to align delivery with customer needs.
• Provide clear reporting on team performance, risks, and delivery progress to the CEO.
• Contribute to hands‑on technical or testing activities where needed to support delivery.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong background in software development and / or QA within a SaaS environment.
• Previous experience in mentoring, supervising, or managing technical staff.
• Excellent knowledge of Agile and SDLC methodologies.
• Familiarity with ITSM, HR Case Management, or related enterprise software.
• Proficiency in relevant tools and languages: Java, Spring, React, SQL, Selenium, JMeter, Cypress, Git, Jenkins.
• Strong problem‑solving, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance hands‑on technical involvement with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong focus on outcomes, deadlines, and quality standards.

Experience

• Proven experience in a software development, QA, or product delivery environment.
• Track record of managing competing priorities and delivering to deadlines.
• Experience of leading or supervising a multi‑discipline technical team.

Sunrise Values

The Business Development Manager should work consistently in line with our Sunrise core values :

• Strive for excellence.
• Be Curious.
• Act with Integrity.
• Work Collaboratively.
• Be Accountable.

Leadership Skills

• Own it – Take accountability for team delivery, elevate early, and make clear decisions.
• Drive results relentlessly – Keep the team focused on outcomes, remove blockers, and ensure commitments are met.
• Inspire and elevate others – Motivate, coach, and support colleagues to achieve their best work.
• Ability to set direction, motivate, and engage a multi‑discipline team.
• Strong decision‑making and prioritisation skills.
• Capable of balancing technical detail with wider business goals.

Performance Expectations

• Product releases delivered on time, to scope, and to quality standards.
• Team members engaged, supported, and developing in their roles.
• Continuous improvement in processes and productivity.
• Effective collaboration between Technical Operations, Sales and Marketing, Professional Services, and Support.
• Clear and consistent reporting to senior management.
• Demonstration of Sunrise values in day‑to‑day leadership.

Worker Type: Regular

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