Job Title: Software Development Manager
Location: Exeter (Hybrid Working)
About the Role
Our client, a rapidly growing SaaS company based in Exeter, is looking for a Software Development Manager to lead and grow their development team. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions.
As a Software Development Manager, you will play a key role in leading a team of developers, shaping technical direction, and driving best practices. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align development efforts with business goals while fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
2. Oversee software architecture, technical decision-making, and best practices.
3. Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and remove development blockers.
4. Conduct code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality and performance.
5. Collaborate with product, QA, and design teams to ensure smooth project execution.
6. Drive improvements in development processes, tooling, and system scalability.
7. Support AWS deployments and cloud infrastructure management.
About You
1. Strong background in software development, ideally with PHP and frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or Yii.
2. Proven leadership experience in a technical role, preferably within a SaaS environment.
3. Experience with AWS, Docker, Git, and MySQL.
4. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
5. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
6. Experience with Node.js or other backend technologies.
7. Familiarity with frontend frameworks like Vue.js or Angular.
8. Exposure to Firebase or real-time services.
What’s on Offer?
1. A leadership role in a fast-growing SaaS company.
2. Competitive salary and benefits.
3. Hybrid working flexibility.
4. The opportunity to shape the technical direction of a high-performing team.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Management
Industries
Software Development
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