Delivery Manager

Delivery Manager

Temporary 50000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Understanding Solutions

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a major cloud modernisation programme and coordinate engineering teams.
  • Company: Dynamic tech company focused on innovative cloud solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive day rate, remote work flexibility, and opportunity for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to enhance Agile practices.
  • Why this job: Transform legacy systems into modern architectures and drive impactful change.
  • Qualifications: Strong Agile Delivery Management experience and technical background in software engineering.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.

We're looking for an experienced Agile Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of a major cloud modernisation programme. This project involves transforming a large legacy monolithic platform into a modern cloud-based architecture. You'll work alongside engineering and infrastructure teams, helping coordinate delivery, manage technical dependencies and ensure the programme progresses smoothly. This isn't a traditional project management role. We're looking for someone who understands software engineering, cloud technologies and Agile delivery, and who is comfortable working closely with technical teams on complex engineering programmes.

Key Experience Needed

  • Strong Agile Delivery Management experience
  • Experience delivering cloud migration or platform modernisation programmes
  • Previous experience working on legacy monolith refactoring projects
  • Strong technical background with software engineering knowledge
  • Experience working closely with Infrastructure and Engineering teams
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience managing risks, blockers and cross-team dependencies
  • Comfortable working within Agile/Scrum environments

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead delivery of a large cloud modernisation programme
  • Coordinate multiple engineering and infrastructure teams
  • Drive Agile ceremonies and delivery planning
  • Remove delivery blockers and manage technical dependencies
  • Work closely with Engineering Managers and Technical Leads
  • Track delivery milestones and communicate progress to stakeholders
  • Help improve Agile ways of working across the programme
  • Ensure delivery remains aligned with technical and business objectives

Delivery Manager employer: Understanding Solutions

Join a dynamic team as an Applications Engineer where you will have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that enhance legacy systems and improve user experience. With a flexible remote working arrangement and a supportive culture that encourages professional growth, you will be well-positioned to develop your skills in a collaborative environment. Located in Watford, this role offers a unique chance to engage directly with end users and make a tangible difference in the operations of the business.

Understanding Solutions

Contact Details:

Understanding Solutions Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Delivery Manager

Agile Delivery Management
Cloud Migration
Platform Modernisation
Legacy Monolith Refactoring
Software Engineering Knowledge
Stakeholder Management
Communication Skills