Development Manager - Java
Hybrid Remote (1 day per week in Crawley)
Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus
A fast-growing, global leader in real-time data analytics is expanding its software engineering function. We are looking for an experienced Development Manager to lead a talented and highly skilled software team, focusing on team performance, process efficiency, and high-quality software delivery.
As Development Manager, you will oversee a team of up to 30 people, including Technical Leads, Developers, Product Owners, and QA. This is a leadership role with a strong emphasis on people management, process improvement, delivery, and stakeholder engagement. While the role is not hands-on technically, you'll need a solid background in Java software development to understand technical challenges and support the team effectively.
This role offers hybrid working with 1 day per week in the Crawley office.
About You:
Proven experience leading hybrid and remote software development teams.
A background in software engineering, particularly Java development (Java, multi-threaded server-side applications).
Strong people management experience, including 1-2-1s, performance appraisals, and career development planning.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Solid understanding of microservice architecture and modern software delivery practices.
Experience working in Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall environments.
Knowledge of AWS services, including EC2, VPC, S3, and CloudWatch.
Up-to-date knowledge of front and back-end technologies, including React, JavaScript frameworks, and PostgreSQL.What's On Offer:
Hybrid working model - 1 day per week in Crawley, West Sussex.
Opportunity to lead a global development team and make a real impact on the delivery of innovative products.
Work with cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading partners, including Microsoft and Cisco.If you're an experienced Development Manager with a passion for leading software teams and delivering high-quality solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
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