Software Development Manager

Cennox Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead the delivery of software projects. You will be responsible for ensuring robust, secure, and highly available solutions while managing timelines, budgets, and teams. The ideal candidate has experience in Agile methodologies and object-oriented programming such as C++, C#, or Java. A collaborative leader with a focus on continuous improvement is essential for this role, which is office-based in Leeds with occasional travel requirements.

Benefits

Company van, tools, phone, and laptop

Regular overtime at enhanced rates

9% pension (combined)

Life assurance, gym discounts & healthcare options

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience delivering software in Agile or scaled Agile environments.
• Solid technical knowledge in programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java.
• Experience in regulated or high-stakes environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and enhancement of software solutions.
• Plan and deliver projects managing timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholders.
• Build, motivate, and develop high performing teams.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Object-oriented programming (C++, C#, Java)

Jira

Confluence

Job description

We're looking for a Software Development Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of software projects that support critical self-service technologies used across the banking, retail and financial services sector.

At Cennox, you'll join a progressive and ambitious organisation delivering services including Managed Services, ATM Installation & Maintenance, Security, Signage and Branch solutions. This is a key leadership role in a fastmoving, evolving environment where new technologies and innovative thinking are encouraged.

The role

You’ll be responsible for leading the design, development and enhancement of our self-service estate software, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and highly available. You’ll plan and deliver projects and change initiatives from concept through to deployment, managing timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholders throughout.

Working closely with internal teams, senior stakeholders and third‑party suppliers, you’ll ensure high quality outcomes are delivered on time and in line with business and regulatory expectations. You’ll also play an active role in building, motivating and developing high performing teams, while driving continuous improvement across both technology and ways of working.

While the role is office based in Leeds, some travel and occasional out of hours work may be required.

About you

You’ll have experience delivering software in Agile or scaled Agile environments and be confident leading teams through complex, time‑sensitive delivery. You’ll bring solid technical knowledge, with experience in object‑oriented programming such as C++, C# or Java, and be comfortable working with tools like Jira and Confluence.

Experience in regulated or high‑stakes environments is important, as is the ability to remain calm under pressure and translate business needs into practical technical solutions. Knowledge of technologies such as ISO8583, XFS, NDC or EMV would be highly desirable.

Above all, you’ll be a collaborative leader with a passion for continuous improvement, innovation and delivering high quality software that makes a real impact.

If this sounds like the kind of environment you would feel comfortable in, we’d welcome hearing from you.

What we offer

• Company van, tools, phone and laptop
• Regular overtime at enhanced rates
• 9% pension (combined)
• Life assurance, gym discounts & healthcare options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A welcoming, inclusive culture where your ideas matter

Within Cennox, we don't just accept differences, we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our staff, our products, our customers, and our community. Cennox are proud to encourage suitably skilled and qualified applications from all walks of life, regardless of your personal characteristics.

As a Disability Confident employer, we interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you’ve applied, please email stating that you have a disability and sharing any adjustments required to help you be at your best.

Please be aware all successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a pre‑employment screening process, including but not limited to financial, criminal record and five years activity check.