Software Development Manager

Job title:

Software Development Manager

Company

Healix

Job description

Software Development ManagerWe are recruiting a Software Development Manager to join our growing IT team in Esher.The Software Development Manager will work with a small number of UK based developers and approximately 20 staff in a closely linked but external overseas software house, and will be responsible for ensuring the software development function is effective and operates efficiently as part of the new IT Operating Model.It is expected that the Software Development Manager is an experienced developer, who is up to date on development technologies and best practices, can direct and mentor the development team and has the gravitas to challenge technical design decisions.Key responsibilities:Running day-to-day development with the current teamProviding line management of the local teamOwning the relationship with external development suppliersOverseeing both day to day duties of the inhouse team and any external teams (there is one external team, but there are likely to be more)Ensuring contracts with external development suppliers are fit for purposeFulfilling the SCRUM Master role where and when neededEnsuring the output of the development resources meets the requirements of the work packages developed by the Product Management functionMonitoring quality of internal staff and external suppliers and putting in place appropriate controlsProviding calm, diplomatic directionSupporting the CTO in supporting the new IT Operating ModelProviding an informed and experienced technical voice in discussions over subjects including but not limited to mobile development, devops pipelines, cloud architectures, website development, scalability and secure development.This role will involve regular communication with the Group CTO, local and remote developers and suppliers, the Product Management function and the wider IT team.About the roleWe are looking for a candidate with excellent written and spoken English, who is confident in communicating in a commercial environment. We are looking for someone with around 10 years’ experience in a similar role of Software Development Management.Requirements are:· Detailed knowledge of cloud systems (AWS/Azure)· C# development experience· Good understanding of mobile development frameworks· Good understanding and experience of design patterns· Good understanding of technical architectures (pros\cons)· Experience running a complex, geographically dispersed development team.· Extensive historical full stack development experienceDesirable :Experience in Devops pipelinesFlutter Platform agnostic mobile development frameworkScrum Master qualification.Personal Qualities:· Excellent communicator· Diplomatic leader who can quickly get people on side· Delivery focused· A self-motivated and personable individual able to work with minimal supervision and take responsibility for the running of the systems and services that support the business· Ability to be proactive but also to take direction· Possessing a methodical and structured approach to analysing problems and producing solutions· Ability to influence decisions through reasoned argument· Excellent documentation and presentation skills· Quick to build relationships and earn respect through sound judgement and a positive attitude· Committed to getting the job doneAbout the companyAll around the world, Healix safeguards people’s health and wellbeing.Required Criteria

• 10+ years in a similar role of software development management
• Detailed knowledge of cloud systems (AWS/Azure)
• C# development experience
• Good understanding and experience of design patterns

Desired Criteria

• Experience of devops pipelines
• Experience of Flutter platform agnostic mobile development framework
• Qualified SCRUM Master

Skills you’ll need

Expected salary

Location

Esher, Surrey

Job date

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 01:48:26 GMT

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