Software Development Manager – Aberdeen / Scotland Remote
An international software business operating in the global energy, maritime and oil and gas markets is looking for a highly skilled and hands‑on Software Development Manager to lead the development of one of their key product streams.
You will manage a globally dispersed team of engineers, taking ownership of multiple applications across cloud and hybrid environments, and play a pivotal role in shaping technical direction and delivery standards.
This is a chance to combine technical leadership with hands‑on software development, ensuring high‑quality, secure, and scalable solutions are delivered on time, while also developing and mentoring a high‑performing team.
What is in it for you:
* Salary up to £110,000
* Hybrid / Remote Working
* 33 days annual leave
* Pension
* Private Medical insurance
* Private Dental insurance
* Life Assurance
What you’ll do:
* Lead, mentor, and inspire development teams of up to 40 engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance.
* Provide hands‑on architectural guidance for cloud and on‑premise systems.
* Actively participate in coding and system design alongside your teams.
* Drive the adoption of modern development practices, CI/CD, automated testing, and secure coding standards.
* Translate business needs into clear technical specifications and roadmaps.
* Oversee planning, prioritisation, and delivery across multiple projects.
* Play a key role in recruitment and skills development within the development function.
* Act as the technical focal point between development, Product, and Support teams.
What we’re looking for:
* Extensive experience in C# development and modern frameworks, with strong knowledge of AWS.
* Proven track record leading large software teams(up to 40) and delivering enterprise‑grade applications.
* Hands‑on experience in architecture, system design, and deployment practices.
* Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and modern engineering tools.
* Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and experience in improving team performance.
* Awareness of secure coding principles and automated code quality practices.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and guide teams effectively.
This is a rare opportunity to work for a global technology company, combining strategic leadership with practical hands‑on development. You will help shape software strategy, improve engineering standards, and deliver projects that make a tangible impact across the organisation, all while leading a large, skilled team.
Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.
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