Software Development Manager (Defence)

CGI; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT systems integrator in Leatherhead is looking for a Software Development Manager to lead innovation in delivering high-profile projects. You will guide technical teams to ensure project excellence, focusing on security and compliance while employing agile methodologies. Ideal candidates have proven project management experience and cloud proficiency. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing large-scale software development projects.
• Extensive experience with cloud-based solutions, particularly AWS and Azure.
• Demonstrated expertise with security and compliance tools including Cloudflare, CrowdStrike, and SonarQube.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Direct the development team in designing and implementing the technical solution.
• Work in partnership with the client representatives and internal teams.
• Enforce industry security standards using relevant tools.
• Oversee DevOps practices and infrastructure management.
• Champion agile practices using necessary tools.
• Provide expert advice in mobile and web application development.
• Track performance metrics and uphold security practices.

Skills

Project Management Expertise

Cloud Proficiency

Security Savvy

Agile & DevOps

Strong Communicator

Tools

AWS

Azure

Docker

GitHub

Cloudflare

CrowdStrike

SonarQube

Grafana

Bitwarden

Jira

Confluence

Slack

React

TypeScript

Java

Kotlin

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Software Development Manager (Defence), Leatherhead

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Client:

CGI

Location:

Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Position Description:

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Are you a seasoned software development leader ready to drive innovation on a high-profile project? We’re seeking an experienced Senior Development Manager to spearhead the Development on this new programme. In this role, you will guide technical teams to deliver a secure, robust, and compliant solution, working closely with client representatives and other key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Innovate: Direct the development team in designing and implementing the technical solution.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work in partnership with the client representatives and internal teams to ensure all project objectives are met.

• Security & Compliance: Enforce industry security standards, utilizing tools like Cloudflare, CrowdStrike, and SonarQube.

• DevOps & Infrastructure: Oversee DevOps practices and infrastructure management with AWS, Azure, Docker, and GitHub.

• Agile Methodologies: Champion agile practices using tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Slack.

• Technical Guidance: Provide expert advice in mobile and web application development across iOS, Android, React, TypeScript, Java, and Kotlin.

• Performance Monitoring: Track performance metrics with Grafana and uphold best security practices with Bitwarden.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Project Management Expertise: Proven track record in managing large-scale software development projects.

• Cloud Proficiency: Extensive experience with cloud-based solutions, particularly AWS and Azure.

• Security Savvy: Demonstrated expertise with security and compliance tools including Cloudflare, CrowdStrike, and SonarQube.

• Agile & DevOps: Deep understanding and hands-on experience with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

• Strong Communicator: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills essential for success in a collaborative environment.

If you are passionate about leading dynamic teams, embracing cutting-edge technologies, and delivering excellence in complex projects, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join our forward-thinking team and make a significant impact.


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