Senior Software Development Manager
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Location: London (Hybrid Remote with Occasional Office Visits)
Employment Type:Permanent, Full-Time
Salary:£120,000£130,000 + Benefits
A leading UK-based retailer is seeking an accomplishedSenior Software Development Managerto lead and scale engineering teams across its shop and contact centre platforms. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone with a passion for modernising enterprise systems, driving technical excellence, and delivering impactful digital solutions at scale.
About the Role
As Senior Software Development Manager, you will:
Lead multiple cross-functional development teams delivering core retail and contact centre solutions.
Drive the modernisation of legacy systems and enable the adoption of modern architecture and engineering practices.
Collaborate closely with product, architecture, and delivery leaders to shape the future of omnichannel retail technology.
Champion Agile, DevOps, and Continuous Delivery principles across teams.
Navigate complex delivery cycles in hybrid (onshore/offshore) environments.
Key Requirements
Proven experience leading software development teams in large-scale enterprise environments.
Strong understanding of modern architecture patterns (e.g. microservices, event-driven systems).
Demonstrated success in overseeing system transformation and modernisation initiatives.
Experience managing hybrid teams and engaging with senior stakeholders.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, and Agile delivery frameworks.
Desirable Experience
Background in retail, e-commerce, or contact centre platforms.
Hands-on software engineering experience.
Knowledge of packaged solutions and system integrations.
Exposure to Lean, DevOps, or Systems Thinking methodologies.
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