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Web Development Manager | Hybrid, Poole | Competitive Salary
A globally recognised technology distributor powering innovation across industries is seeking a Web Development Manager to lead the evolution of its enterprise-level ecommerce platforms.
Operating at scale and serving over a million customers worldwide, this organisation’s Internet Business/Ecommerce division sits at the centre of its digital growth strategy. The web platform is mission-critical, driving global revenue and customer experience across multiple markets. This is a senior leadership role combining technical direction, people management, and large-scale delivery within a modern cloud-first environment. As Web Development Manager, you’ll lead a team of software developers responsible for building and enhancing high-performance web applications. Working closely with Application Architecture and senior stakeholders, you’ll shape the technical roadmap, ensure delivery excellence, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This role balances strategic oversight with hands-on technical leadership.
What’s on offer
* Flexible working (37.5hr working week)
* 25 days + BH increasing with years’ service
* Enhanced pension
* Enhanced sick pay
* Death in Service
* Family friendly policies
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health cash plan
* Free parking
* Employee recognition program
Key responsibilities
* Lead the development and deployment of new and existing web applications
* Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing software development team
* Collaborate with Architecture teams on solution design and technical strategy
* Ensure projects align with business goals, timelines, and quality standards
* Evaluate existing systems and drive modernisation and optimisation initiatives
* Research and recommend emerging technologies, tools, and services
* Establish team processes, policies, and engineering best practices
* Communicate progress, risks, and delivery updates to senior leadership
* Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management
* Stay current with industry trends and evolving technologies
Experience required
* Proven experience leading and developing software engineering teams
* Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure and cloud-based environments
* Extensive background in Information Technology (10+ years preferred)
* Experience within ecommerce or high-transaction digital platforms
* Knowledge of modern frameworks such as React
* Experience with API-first, microservices, or software modernisation initiatives
* Strong organisational and multi-project management capabilities
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* High professional standards with integrity and discretion
If you’re a strategic technology leader who thrives in complex, high-scale digital environments and wants real ownership and influence, this is an opportunity to make meaningful global impact. xsngvjr Please call Ellie at Rubicon for more information.