Posted: 5h ago
The role
Software Development Manager / Engineering Lead (Defence Consultancy) Newcastle onsite to £140k
Join a fast-growing technology consultancy expanding into the defence and national security sector. As a Software Development Manager, you'll partner with the CTO to build and lead a new engineering function, shaping technical direction and delivering complex, high-impact systems.
Your role:
Lead and grow a defence-focused engineering team
Define technical strategy, standards and best practices
Provide hands-on technical leadership across complex, distributed systems
Mentor engineers and drive learning and development initiatives
Ensure adoption of modern tools, technologies and engineering approaches
About You:
You have strong experience in defence / national security environments (SC Clearance or eligible)
You have a strong technical background (C#, Java, Python, TypeScript, etc.)
You have experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
You have a strong grounding in software engineering best practices and Computer Science fundamentals
You're a natural leader with a passion for building teams and shaping technology
Location / WFH:
You'll join colleagues in brand new Central Newcastle offices on a full-time basis (Monday to Friday), working hours 0900-1800 with some flexibility. The offices are well equipped and offer fantastic views across the City and the local countryside, many employees walk or cycle in (onsite showers available!).
What's in it for you:
As a Software Development Manager you will earn a competitive package:
Salary to £140k + Bonus
25 days holiday
Bupa healthcare
Generous pension contribution
Continuous career development opportunities
Social team atmosphere with a range of events and early finish for drinks on Fridays
Apply now to find out more about this Software Development Manager (Defence Consultancy) opportunity.
At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.
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