Software Development Manager

Bright Purple; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An international software business is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a globally dispersed team in Aberdeen, Scotland. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on software development, overseeing multiple applications in cloud and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive C# and AWS experience, while mentoring a high-performing team. The job offers hybrid and remote working options along with a competitive salary of up to £110,000 and additional benefits such as 33 days annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Salary up to £110,000

Hybrid / Remote Working

33 days annual leave

Pension

Private Medical insurance

Private Dental insurance

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in C# development and modern frameworks.
• Proven track record leading large software teams.
• Hands-on experience in architecture, system design, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire development teams of up to 40 engineers.
• Provide hands-on architectural guidance for Azure cloud systems.
• Drive the adoption of modern development practices and CI/CD.

Skills

C# development

AWS

Leadership of large software teams

Architecture and system design

DevOps and CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Secure coding principles

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Software Development Manager Aberdeen / Scotland Remote

An international software business operating in the global energy, maritime and oil and gas markets is looking for a highly skilled and hands‑on Software Development Manager to lead the development of one of their key product streams. You will manage a globally dispersed team of engineers, taking ownership of multiple applications across cloud and hybrid environments, and play a pivotal role in shaping technical direction and delivery standards. This is a chance to combine technical leadership with hands‑on software development, ensuring high‑quality, secure, and scalable solutions are delivered on time, while also developing and mentoring a high‑performing team.

What is in it for you:

• Salary up to £110,000
• Hybrid / Remote Working
• 33 days annual leave
• Pension
• Private Medical insurance
• Private Dental insurance
• Life Assurance

What you ll do:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire development teams of up to 40 engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Provide hands‑on architectural guidance for both Azure cloud and on‑premise systems.
• Actively participate in coding and system design alongside your teams.
• Drive the adoption of modern development practices, CI/CD, automated testing, and secure coding standards.
• Translate business needs into clear technical specifications and roadmaps.
• Oversee planning, prioritisation, and delivery across multiple projects.
• Play a key role in recruitment and skills development within the development function.
• Act as the technical focal point between development, Product, and Support teams.

What we re looking for:

• Extensive experience in C# development and modern frameworks, with strong knowledge of AWS.
• Proven track record leading large software teams (up to 40) and delivering enterprise‑grade applications.
• Hands‑on experience in architecture, system design, and deployment practices.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern engineering tools.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and experience in improving team performance.
• Awareness of secure coding principles and automated code quality practices.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and guide teams effectively.

This is a rare opportunity to work for a global technology company, combining strategic leadership with practical hands‑on development. You will help shape software strategy, improve engineering standards, and deliver projects that make a tangible impact across the organisation, all while leading a large, skilled team.

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.