Job Description:

Lead Developer / Software Development Manager
Gloucestershire (Primarily Office-Based)
Salary: c£70,000 + Benefits

An established national profit-with-a-purpose organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Developer / Software Development Manager to lead the next phase of its software and digital transformation.

This is a highly visible role responsible for shaping software strategy, building internal development capability and reducing reliance on external suppliers by bringing key systems and platforms in-house. You will combine strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive organisational change.

Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will develop and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems and services into an internal development function. You will establish strong relationships with existing suppliers, influence technology strategy and help build a long-term software development capability.

• Lead, mentor and develop a small software development team, with scope to grow the function over time.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.
• Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and development partners.
• Create and deliver a roadmap for transitioning externally managed systems in-house.
• Take ownership of software applications, web platforms, and digital products.
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and development practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and organisational performance through technology.
• Contribute to technical design, development and solution delivery where required.
• Promote best practice in software development, security and Agile delivery.

• Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing software developers.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to drive change, improve systems and implement new ways of working.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how technology supports organisational performance.
• Experience working with third-party suppliers and outsourced development partners.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Experience in several of the following areas:

• PHP development
• C# / .NET development
• Web application development
• SQL and database technologies
• API integrations
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Agile delivery environments
• Modern software development practices

• Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Power Platform
• Power BI
• WordPress

You may currently be a Lead Developer, Technical Lead, or Development Manager looking for an opportunity to shape a function and make a lasting impact. You will be collaborative, credible, commercially aware and comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on involvement.

The role is primarily based at the organisation's Gloucestershire headquarters, particularly during onboarding and the transition period. A London office location may be considered for the right candidate.

• Opportunity to shape and influence technology strategy.
• High levels of ownership and autonomy.
• Chance to build and develop an internal software capability.
• Significant stakeholder exposure.
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities.

To apply, please send your CV to (url removed)

Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.