Development Manager - Digital Platform & API

Development Manager - Digital Platform & API

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Morgan McKinley

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the development of digital platforms and manage vendor relationships for innovative projects.
  • Company: Progressive business focused on digital transformation and modern technology.
  • Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on innovation and career advancement.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of technology while driving impactful digital solutions.
  • Qualifications: Experience in agile delivery and managing third-party development teams.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 Β£ per year.

Location: Epsom, Surrey (Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days work from home)

Position Overview

Are you an agile digital delivery specialist looking to shape the future of platform services across a progressive business? We are seeking a Development Manager - Digital Platform API to drive the modernization of our core technology layer. In this high-impact position, you will act as the Product Owner for both our digital applications and integration capabilities, ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and built to support ongoing digital transformation. This is a modern, forward-thinking IT role designed for someone who excels at managing third-party development relationships. Because software build is outsourced, your primary focus will be guiding vendor delivery and solution architects - balancing high-value transformation projects with continuous operational BAU demands.

Key Responsibilities

  • Product Ownership Strategy: Lead the roadmap, product backlog, and feature prioritization for our API integration layer and a suite of around 20 application platforms, including flagship digital finance tools.
  • Outsourced Delivery Vendor Management: Direct external software providers and internal Solution Architects to convert business requirements into effective solutions.

Development Manager - Digital Platform & API employer: Morgan McKinley

Morgan McKinley offers an exceptional work environment for a Terraform & AWS DevOps Engineer, providing the opportunity to collaborate with a leading UK insurance and financial services company. Employees benefit from a culture of innovation and support, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic, multi-vendor setting. The company's commitment to employee well-being and career advancement makes it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

Morgan McKinley

Contact Details:

Morgan McKinley Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Development Manager - Digital Platform & API

Agile Methodologies
Product Ownership
API Integration
Vendor Management
Digital Transformation
Project Management
Stakeholder Engagement