At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop high-performing software engineering teams while improving delivery processes.
- Company: Dynamic tech company in the East Midlands with a hybrid work model.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative team culture.
- Other info: Join a growing team and influence both technical and people direction.
- Why this job: Shape the future of engineering and make a real impact on talent development.
- Qualifications: Experience in leading software teams and strong people management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Are you a technical leader who enjoys building and leading high-performing engineering teams? This is an opportunity for someone who combines strong technical credibility with exceptional people leadership. You'll play a key role in developing engineers, improving the way software is delivered, and helping shape the future of our engineering function.
What You'll Be Doing
- Recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and developing software engineers while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture
- Setting clear performance expectations and delivering structured, data-driven performance reviews alongside line managers
- Working closely with Project Management to align team capability and resource planning with current and future project requirements
- Providing day-to-day leadership and line management, supporting career development and continuous learning
- Driving improvements across engineering processes, tools, and development methodologies to increase efficiency and quality
- Keeping up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practice, helping guide technical direction and engineering standards
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience leading and developing software engineering teams
- Strong people management skills, including recruitment, coaching, mentoring, and performance management
- A continuous improvement mindset with experience enhancing engineering processes and delivery
- A solid technical background that enables you to support engineers and contribute to technical decision-making
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, project management, and wider business teams
Why Join?
You’ll have the opportunity to influence both the people and technical direction of a growing engineering team. If you’re passionate about developing talent, improving software delivery, and creating an environment where engineers can do their best work, we’d love to hear from you.
Software Delivery Manager in Kettering employer: Uniting Ambition
Uniting Ambition is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, providing employees with the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that drive modernisation in database management. With flexible remote and hybrid working options, along with a strong focus on professional development, team members can thrive in their roles while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. The supportive environment encourages growth and offers unique advantages for those looking to make a significant impact in the tech industry.
