MCS Group is looking for a Software Delivery Manager, with a demonstrable history of delivering large, bespoke, software development projects end-to-end, for a 6 month contract in Belfast.
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
The successful Contract Software Delivery Manager will be responsible for leading the technical delivery of a complex application for the Financial Services sector.
This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and a background in delivering software development projects/applications.
The Role You will oversee the technical delivery of a key software solution, ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
This Software Delivery Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, architects, QA, and business stakeholders, to define project scope and requirements.
You will apply Agile and DevOps principles to streamline delivery and improve efficiency.
This contract Software Delivery Manager will identify and mitigate risks, ensuring robust governance and compliance with industry standards.
Additionally, you will define project scope and create a comprehensive road-map for technical delivery.
You will develop and oversee the implementation plan, ensuring alignment with business goals.
The Person This contract requires recent, demonstrable experience of delivering a large software application end-to-end.
You will have played a key role in that delivery, working as an integral part of the software development team as either Software Delivery Manager, Engineering Manager or Technical/Software Project Manager (or similar).
Given the nature of the project, a technical background in software development is required, ideally having worked with .Net technologies.
You will have worked with Jira or Azure DevOps for project progress tracking.
Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud-based technologies is required.
You will have previous experience in managing and delivering large-scale software development projects.
This contract requires the ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams, translating requirements into actionable plans.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential.
Duration: 6 months IR35: Outside Rate: Negotiable Location: Belfast
- please note this role will involve hybrid working, with 2
- 3 days on-site each week for the duration of the contract.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Jill Johnston, Head of IT Contracts, at MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are.
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Skills: technical delivery manager technical project manager programme manager software manager Software delivery Benefits: Work From Home