Software Development Manager
đź“Ť Ipswich (Hybrid Working)
💰 £75,000 – £85,000
đź•’ Full Time
The Opportunity
Mploy Group is partnering with a growing, technology-led organisation seeking an experienced Development Manager to lead and shape its engineering function.
This is a leadership-first role.
While the environment is predominantly Python and Java, we are not looking for a hands-on coder. Instead, we need a strategic technology leader who can build high-performing teams, shape technical direction, improve delivery capability and create a culture of accountability and ownership.
You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure technology aligns with business objectives and supports long-term growth.
The Role
This position balances people leadership, delivery governance and technical direction.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and developing multiple software engineering teams
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Driving performance, engagement and professional growth
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Shaping technical direction in collaboration with architects and senior engineers
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Ensuring consistent, high-quality software delivery
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Improving velocity, processes and engineering maturity
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Removing blockers and creating an environment where teams can perform at their best
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Overseeing Agile practices and delivery standards
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Supporting roadmap planning and prioritisation
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Partnering with Product, Operations and Commercial stakeholders
You will not be expected to code day-to-day — but you must be technically credible and able to challenge, guide and support engineering decisions.
What We’re Looking For
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Proven experience leading software development teams in a mid-to-large scale organisation
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Strong people leadership and coaching capability
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Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams
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Solid understanding of modern software engineering practices and Agile methodologies
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Exposure to Python and/or Java environments
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Experience overseeing architecture decisions (microservices, APIs, cloud-native systems)
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Demonstrable track record of improving delivery performance and team effectiveness
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational oversight
We’re looking for someone who:
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Leads from the front
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Builds trust and accountability
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Drives clarity and focus
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Thinks long-term about capability and scalability
Package
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£75,000 – £85,000
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Hybrid working (Ipswich-based with flexibility)
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Pension
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Professional development support
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Additional benefits dependent on experience
Please apply at your earliest convenience to find out more