Software Development Manager

Pyramid8; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturing firm seeks an experienced Software Developer to lead their software development team. This role involves guiding secure web application development and enforcing best security practices. Responsibilities include planning team workloads, mentoring team members, and liaising with stakeholders to manage project timelines. The position is predominantly office-based but may offer hybrid flexibility after an initial period.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading software development teams.
• Solid understanding of web-based back office systems and associated security.

Responsibilities

• Own and enforce security standards for all back-office systems.
• Guide the team on secure web application development.
• Plan, prioritise, and manage team workload to meet business objectives.
• Mentor and support team members, promoting best practices.
• Track and report on team performance, identifying blockers.
• Liaise with customers and project managers to manage timelines.

Skills

Leading software development teams

Web based back office systems

C# ASP.NET

Job description

Due to internal staff development, an excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Software Development Team at one of the UK's leading manufacturers of touch screen kiosks providing kiosk hardware and bespoke software solutions.

They supply both private and public sector organisations and each year have expanded their product range and customer base. Due to this continued growth they are now looking to recruit an experienced Software Developer, with leadership experience who will lead the software development of their complete product range of self-service electronic solutions.

We are looking for someone with the following experience:

• Proven experience leading software development teams
• Solid understanding of web based back office systems and associated security (c# asp.net advantageous)

Who will:

• Own and enforce security standards and best practices for all back-office systems
• Guide the team on secure web application development (OWASP Top 10, threat modelling)
• Plan, prioritise, and manage team workload to meet business objectives and delivery timelines
• Mentor and support team members, promoting best practices, conducting code reviews, and encouraging continuous improvement
• Track and report on team performance, identifying blockers and facilitating resolution
• Liaise with customers, product owners and project managers to manage timelines, scope, and technical constraints
• Conduct 1-to-1s, performance reviews, and career development planning.

This role will be predominantly office based, with the team, however they may be some flexibility for hybrid working after an initial period.