Software Development Manager – £85k – Surrey – Hybrid

Claygate, Surrey
Exalto Consulting
Software Development Manager
Location: Surrey
Salary: £85k
Job Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead a team of UK-based developers and oversee an external software house, ensuring that software development processes run efficiently and effectively within our IT Operating Model.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong technical background, proven experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies, and the ability to manage third-party development teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the in-house development team while overseeing external development suppliers.
• Own and maintain strong working relationships with external software development teams, ensuring contracts are fit for purpose.
• Act as Scrum Master where required, driving Agile best practices across the development process.
• Ensure that software development outputs align with business requirements and work packages defined by the Product Management function.
• Monitor and maintain the quality of internal and external development resources, implementing necessary controls.
• Provide expert guidance on technical matters, including cloud architectures (AWS/Azure), mobile development, DevOps pipelines, website scalability, and secure development.
• Work closely with the Group CTO, Product Management function, and wider IT team to ensure development aligns with business objectives.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance development culture, balancing diplomacy with strong technical decision-making.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Strong experience in managing third-party development teams, including contract oversight.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies, with the ability to fulfil a Scrum Master role.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed teams in complex environments.
• Previous hands on expertise in .Net development.
• A strong understanding of cloud systems (AWS/Azure), mobile development frameworks, and software architecture best practices.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and challenge technical decisions.

Desirable:

• Experience with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.
• Familiarity with Flutter for cross-platform mobile development.
• Certified Scrum Master qualification.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The opportunity to shape and influence a growing development team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and best practices in software development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are an experienced Software Development Manager with strong Agile/Scrum expertise and third-party management skills, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team driving technical excellence.