Location: Milton Keynes Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Benefits About Us We are a fast-growing SME consultancy specialising in engineering and technology solutions for the rail, infrastructure, and wider industrial sectors. Our projects range from cutting-edge software development to systems integration and performance optimisation. With a reputation for delivering innovative and reliable solutions, we are now seeking a Software Manager to lead our growing software engineering team. The Role As Software Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development, testing, and delivery of software solutions across multiple client projects. You will bring hands-on experience in coding and problem-solving while providing leadership and mentoring to a small but highly skilled team. This role will suit an experienced engineer with both technical depth and the ability to oversee software projects in a dynamic consultancy environment. Key Responsibilities * Lead, manage, and mentor the software engineering team, ensuring delivery of high-quality solutions. * Oversee the full software development lifecycle – from requirements capture and coding through to testing, deployment, and support. * Undertake fault-finding, debugging, and root-cause analysis for client systems and internal projects. * Develop and maintain code in Java and Python, ensuring best practices in design, structure, and maintainability. * Manage software hosted and integrated on Azure cloud environments. * Support projects using Lynx and DevOps tools to drive automation, integration, and continuous delivery. * Collaborate with hardware, electronics, and systems engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions. * Ensure projects are delivered to time, cost, and quality standards in line with consultancy best practices. * Provide technical leadership in client-facing engagements, supporting business development and proposals as required. Skills & Experience Essential: * Strong coding skills in Java and Python. * Experience with fault-finding, debugging, and problem-solving in complex systems. * Proven background in software project delivery, ideally in an SME or consultancy environment. * Strong knowledge of Azure environments. * Experience with DevOps tools and methodologies. * Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to mentor junior engineers. Desirable: * Experience with Lynx software or similar embedded/real-time systems. * Previous work within engineering consultancies or technology-focused SMEs. * Knowledge of additional languages or frameworks beneficial to multi-disciplinary projects. * Degree (BSc/BEng) or HND/HNC in Electronics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field What We Offer * Competitive salary benefits package. * Opportunity to work on a diverse range of engineering and technology projects. * A dynamic SME environment where you can have a direct impact. * Ongoing professional development and training. * Hybrid/flexible working options