Software Delivery Manager

AQA; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave, increasing with service

Flexible working environment

Excellent contributory pension

Life assurance and Health Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme

Job summary

An education-focused organization seeks a Software Delivery Manager to lead software delivery within the Assessment Technology group. The candidate will manage operations for systems that handle millions of examination results annually, collaborating with diverse teams to innovate and implement technical solutions. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package, contributing to impactful educational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Excellent experience of software delivery in agile and lean structures.
• Demonstrable technical knowledge to innovate and assess solutions.
• Structured thinking to resolve complex problems in time-pressured environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of Microsoft-aligned operational systems.
• Work closely with various roles (Product Owners, Developers) to deliver changes.
• Ensure integration and data exchange between AQA systems and third parties.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Communication

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Software Delivery Manager

Permanent

Hybrid (2x days a week in the office)

Closing date for applications is Thursday 31st July 2025.

Are you an experienced Software Delivery Manager with an outcome-focussed approach?

Would like to use your skills to contribute in an organisation that has a positive impact on people's lives?

Landscape

We are seeking an experienced Software Delivery Manager to join our Assessment Technology group in Manchester. The group is responsible for the Microsoft-aligned operational systems that deliver over 3 million GCSE and A-level results annually. It includes the software product covering the full lifecycle of exams series delivery from entry to post-results services, as well as our Integration product built on Azure Integration Services which ensures data can be exchanged securely and reliably between all AQA systems and 3rd parties.

As the Software Delivery Manager you will work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, Test Analysts, and other roles, both internally and from suppliers, who are responsible for the delivery of planned change and support for these strategic software products.

• Excellent experience of software delivery in a variety of agile and lean delivery structures, with an outcome-focussed approach.
• Demonstrable technical knowledge to be able to create, drive, innovate and assess technical solutions across a wide range of software technologies, processes and platforms.
• Structured thinking approach, able to lead groups of people to break down and resolve complex and ambiguous problems in time-pressured environments, recognising and balancing technical against operational and commercial factors.
• Experience delivering in high-stakes and regulated environments.
• High level of curiosity, with a genuine passion for finding and implementing innovative solutions for business problems through technology.
• Passion for continuous improvement in practice, to increase delivery quality, reliability, and dependability.

What's in it for you:

At AQA we recognise our employees' contribution and in return we are proud to offer an extensive reward and benefit package. This includes:

• 25 days' annual leave rising to 30 days with service, plus all Bank Holidays and additional Christmas office closure
• Flexible working environment and professional and personal development at your fingertips.
• Excellent contributory pension (6% - 11.5% dependent on employee contribution)
• Life assurance, BUPA PMI and Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme

What next?

If the role looks of interest and you would like to apply, please do so via our portal. Every application will be provided with a written response!

We are reviewing applications as they come through and reserve the right to close this role early.

AQA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all colleagues have equal opportunities to thrive. This isn't just the right thing to do - it's essential to how we serve teachers and students across the country. We've set ambitious goals, and now we need someone like you to help us meet them.

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