Strategic leadership role with full ownership of technical direction. Hybrid working with a vibrant Bristol-based office (3 days per week). Employee-owned business with generous benefits and purpose-led values. Were recruiting a Software Engineering Manager to lead a talented platform team and drive the technical evolution of a mission-led organisation. Youll be responsible for shaping the long-term technology strategy, guiding the migration from legacy systems, and building a unified, sustainable platform across multiple brands. This is a hands-on leadership role with real influence, ideal for someone who thrives in collaborative environments and wants to build systems that matter. What experience youll need to apply Significant hands-on full-stack development experience (e.g. Vue, LAMP stack, AWS). Proven experience building and leading technical teams. Strong background in technical project management and transformation. Experience with high-volume, mission-critical systems. Solid understanding of change management. What youll be doing As Software Engineering Manager, youll lead a team of seven and work closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team. Youll assess the current technical ecosystem, identify opportunities for simplification, and guide the team through a transformation towards a modern, scalable platform.Youll be responsible for technical innovation, system administration, compliance, and operational security. Youll uphold Agile working practices and foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and excellence. Youll communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, including the board.Youll manage relationships with external partners, oversee IT provision, and act as the companys Data Protection Officer. Youll also contribute to budgeting and strategic planning, and where appropriate, lead by example with hands-on coding, peer review, and setting technical standards. This Software Engineering Manager role is central to the companys mission and impact goals, with sustainability and ethical decision-making embedded in every aspect of the work. What youll get in return for your experience The role offers a salary of £70-75k depending on experience, plus a generous benefits package. Theres 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working (3 days in the Bristol office), flexi time, and enhanced pension contributions. Youll be part of an employee-owned company, eligible for dividends after your introductory period. Other perks include discounts on unique travel experiences, wellbeing hours, volunteering days, enhanced parental leave, and a policy supporting low-carbon travel. Youll work in a smart, upcycled office on Bristols harbourside, surrounded by a team that values creativity, sustainability, and positive energy. Whats next? If this role sounds like the right fit for you, wed love to hear from you. Send in your CV now for more info.