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. Please call Ellie at Rubicon for more information