Development Manager

Mploy Group

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

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Software Development Manager 📍 Ipswich (Hybrid Working) 💰 £75,000 – £85,000 🕒 Full Time The Opportunity Mploy Group is partnering with a growing, technology-led organisation seeking an experienced Development Manager to lead and shape its engineering function. This is a leadership-first role. While the environment is predominantly Python and Java, we are not looking for a hands-on coder. Instead, we need a strategic technology leader who can build high-performing teams, shape technical direction, improve delivery capability and create a culture of accountability and ownership. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure technology aligns with business objectives and supports long-term growth. The Role This position balances people leadership, delivery governance and technical direction. Key responsibilities include: * Leading and developing multiple software engineering teams * Driving performance, engagement and professional growth * Shaping technical direction in collaboration with architects and senior engineers * Ensuring consistent, high-quality software delivery * Improving velocity, processes and engineering maturity * Removing blockers and creating an environment where teams can perform at their best * Overseeing Agile practices and delivery standards * Supporting roadmap planning and prioritisation * Partnering with Product, Operations and Commercial stakeholders You will not be expected to code day-to-day — but you must be technically credible and able to challenge, guide and support engineering decisions. What We’re Looking For * Proven experience leading software development teams in a mid-to-large scale organisation * Strong people leadership and coaching capability * Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams * Solid understanding of modern software engineering practices and Agile methodologies * Exposure to Python and/or Java environments * Experience overseeing architecture decisions (microservices, APIs, cloud-native systems) * Demonstrable track record of improving delivery performance and team effectiveness * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills * Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational oversight We’re looking for someone who: * Leads from the front * Builds trust and accountability * Drives clarity and focus * Thinks long-term about capability and scalability Package * £75,000 – £85,000 * Hybrid working (Ipswich-based with flexibility) * Pension * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Professional development support * Additional benefits dependent on experience Please apply at your earliest convenience to find out more

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

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