Software Engineering Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS company in the UK seeks a Software Development Manager to lead a high-performing engineering team. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, mentor talent, and foster a culture of excellence while promoting best practices. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing tech environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities to give back through community initiatives

Forward-thinking, people-first culture

Chance to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Strong background in software development with a passion for clean, maintainable code.
• Experience leading teams in a SaaS environment.
• Familiarity with scalable architecture and high-throughput data systems.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing a team of skilled engineers.
• Driving recruitment and retention of top-tier talent.
• Promoting engineering best practices and DevOps culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Technical Insight

Tools

TypeScript

DevOps

Job description

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Are you a proven tech leader ready to shape the future of a high-performing engineering team? We’re partnering with a globally successful SaaS company on the lookout for a Software Development Manager to drive innovation, mentor talent, and elevate engineering excellence.

? Location: UK-based (Remote-first with monthly meetups)

? Sector: SaaS (High-throughput systems)

? Package: Competitive salary + excellent benefits + strong culture

Why This Role?

This is more than just people management. You’ll be the strategic force behind a talented engineering department — guiding performance, championing clean code, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

You will not be hands-on coding, but your technical insight — especially in TypeScript — will be key to driving high standards and mentoring effectively.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and developing a team of skilled engineers
• Setting clear performance goals and providing regular feedback
• Driving recruitment and retention of top-tier talent
• Promoting engineering best practices and DevOps culture
• Encouraging innovation, scalability, and secure development
• Cultivating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment

What You Bring

• A strong background in software development with a passion for clean, maintainable code
• Deep understanding of SOLID principles, design patterns, and scalable architecture
• Experience leading teams in a SaaS environment
• Familiarity with high-throughput data systems and DevOps practices
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

What’s in It for You?

• A forward-thinking, people-first culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities to give back through community initiatives
• A chance to make a real impact in a growing, global tech business

Ready to lead with purpose? Apply now for full details and a confidential chat.