Software Development Manager (Java)

Software Development Manager - Java

A fast-growing, global leader in real-time data analytics is expanding its software engineering function. We are looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to lead a talented and highly skilled software team, focusing on team performance, process efficiency, and high-quality software delivery.

As Development Manager, you will oversee a team of up to 30 people, including Technical Leads, Developers, Product Owners, and QA. This is a leadership role with a strong emphasis on people management, process improvement, delivery, and stakeholder engagement. While the role is not hands-on technically, you'll need a solid background in Java software development to understand technical challenges and support the team effectively.

This role offers hybrid working with 1 day per week in the Crawley office.

About You:

• Proven experience leading hybrid and remote software development teams.
• A background in software engineering, particularly Java development (Java, multi-threaded server-side applications).
• Strong people management experience, including 1-2-1s, performance appraisals, and career development planning.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding of microservice architecture and modern software delivery practices.
• Experience working in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall environments.
• Knowledge of AWS services, including EC2, VPC, S3, and CloudWatch.
• Up-to-date knowledge of front and back-end technologies, including React, JavaScript frameworks, and PostgreSQL.

What's On Offer:

• Hybrid working model - 1 day per week in Crawley, West Sussex.
• Opportunity to lead a global development team and make a real impact on the delivery of innovative products.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading partners, including Microsoft and Cisco.

If you're an experienced Development Manager with a passion for leading software teams and delivering high-quality solutions, we'd love to hear from you.