Software Engineering Manager

BT Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% on-target bonus

25 days annual leave

BT Pension scheme

EV salary sacrifice

Job summary

BT Group is seeking a Software Engineering Manager for its UK Security division. The role requires DV security clearance, eligibility to obtain clearance, and will be based onsite in the UK.

You will lead a software delivery team, shaping engineering strategy and coordinating with government partners to secure critical national infrastructure. The package includes a technical progression pathway, DV allowance up to £5k per year, and a comprehensive benefits scheme.

Qualifications

• Essential skills as listed: Agile development, programming, software testing, application development, software development lifecycle, coaching and mentoring software developers, line management and inspiring leadership.

Responsibilities

• Delivers on the engineering strategy through delivery of high quality, well-tested software solutions on time and budget.
• Has defined authority for a significant area of work with technical responsibilities.
• Works closely with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Establishes technical objectives and roadmaps; delegates responsibilities.
• Influences a significant part of the organisation and external partners on delivery direction.
• Line manages a team of software developers.

Skills

Agile development

Programming

Software testing

Application development

Software development lifecycle

Coaching and mentoring

Line management

Tools

C#

Python

C++

Objective-C

Elastic

Ansible

Docker

Jenkins

Git

MEAN stack

Job description

Software Engineering Manager

Job Function: Security

Division: UK Business

Job Location: GBR Cheltenham TE

Advertised Salary: Competitive with great benefits

Internal Closing Date: 27th October 2026

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses.We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You’ll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

About the role

Our Engineering mantra is “Technical Excellence in Engineering” and we deliver some amazing technical capabilities for our customers which can only happen if we recruit, train and support our people.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of our software delivery teams, working alongside our customers and partners to work on key customer services.

The team develop and maintain bespoke, highly complex, specialist capabilities that are critical to the success of our customers, who we work very closely with. We work across a wide variety of platforms and technology stacks and we utilise a range of programming languages.

This job role is based in Manchester. Onsite (Office based 5 days per week). Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week. You will need to be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance before starting this role. You will need to have lived in the UK for 10+ years to be eligible.

What you’ll be doing

• Delivers on the engineering strategy through delivery of high quality, and well-tested, software solutions, on time and on budget.
• Has defined authority and responsibility for a significant area of work covering technical responsibilities.
• Works closely with customers to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Establishes technical objectives, defines technical roadmaps and delegates responsibilities.
• Influences a significant part of own organisation and influences customers/suppliers and industry at a senior management level (e.g. around resourcing of delivery teams and technical direction of work).
• Line managing a team of software developers.

Essential Skills / Experience

• Agile development
• Programming
• Software testing
• Application development
• Software development lifecycle
• Coaching and mentoring software developers
• Line management and inspiring leadership

Desirable Skills / Experience

• Evidence of creatively applying a wide range of technical and/management principles.
• Performance of highly complex work activities covering technical, financial and quality aspects.
• Object-oriented programming experience, and supporting technologies, including: C#, Python, C++, low-level mobile development (Objective-C, C++), elastic, ansible, docker, Jenkins, git, MEAN stack.

Our Package

• A structured Technical Progression Pathway to recognise and reward appropriate technical people.
• Competitive DV market aligned salaries
• Tiered role based DV allowance of up to £5k per annum paid annually
• World-class training and development opportunities
• 10% on target bonus
• Equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• New BT Better Workplace working environments at strategic locations across the UK
• Huge range of flexible benefits including an EV salary sacrifice, cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan, additional annual leave
• On-call allowance (Depending on role requirements)
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Enhanced life assurance of up to ten times base salary

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience.

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

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