Programme Manager (hands on) - Cloud Software Development - Up to 90K Are you ready to lead the future of cloud software delivery? I'm partnering with an industry-leading global software house who are revolutionising cloud-based solutions worldwide. This isn't just another Programme Manager role - this is your chance to orchestrate technical excellence across 6 distinct product streams while shaping the development practices of a truly innovative organisation. THE ROLE BREAKDOWN Location: Derby (Perfect work-life balance with 2 days office, 3 days WFH) Package: Up to £90,000 (plus excellent benefits) Company: Established global software house with cutting-edge cloud focus WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT This is a hands-on leadership position - not a typical PM role where you're buried in spreadsheets! You'll be: Leading 6 concurrent product streams (complexity that will challenge and excite you) Staying technically involved in decision-making and problem-solving Working with cutting-edge cloud tech (AWS/Microsoft frameworks) Building and optimizing distributed team workflows Driving agile transformation at enterprise scale This is perfect for someone who wants to be a strategic leader while keeping their hands dirty with the technical details! WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FOR Must-Haves (Non-Negotiables): 8 years of program management in software development Strong technical background with actual programming experience Cloud platform expertise (AWS/Microsoft - not just theoretical knowledge) Agile scaling experience across multiple teams/products Virtual team management proven track record Process optimisation skills - you can spot inefficiencies and fix them Stakeholder management at senior levels Nice-to-Haves (But Highly Valued): Experience in global software organizations DevOps/CI/CD background Microservices architecture knowledge Track record managing 5 concurrent streams THE PACKAGE & PERKS Salary: Up to £90,000 (genuinely competitive for the market) Flexibility: 3 days WFH, 2 days in the modern Derby office Impact: Shape development practices across a global organisation Tech Stack: Work with the latest cloud technologies - .Net Core, AWS Culture: Collaborative, innovative, forward-thinking team Growth: Opportunity to influence technical direction at scale This client has a reputation for: Promoting from within Supporting professional development Embracing modern working practices Investing in the latest technologies IS THIS YOU? You might be perfect for this if you: Currently managing complex software programs, but want more technical involvement Leading multiple product streams but seeking global scale Working in program management, but miss the hands-on technical aspects Looking to step up from Project Manager to Program Manager level Want to work for a company that truly values both technical and leadership skills You're probably NOT right if you: Prefer single-project focus over multi-stream complexity Want pure people management without technical involvement Are you looking for a traditional 'waterfall' PM environment Don't have hands-on experience with cloud platforms My client is committed to diversity and inclusion - all qualified candidates will receive equal consideration regardless of background. No sponsorship on offer.