About the role

We are looking for a seasoned and driven Software Engineering Manager to lead our cross-functional software teams, encompassing Software Development, DevOps, and Software Testing. This leadership role is pivotal in delivering robust, scalable, and secure software solutions aligned with our business goals. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset to foster innovation and operational excellence. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle—from planning and development to deployment and testing—ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.

In this role, you will guide and support Software Development and Test teams, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You will define and implement engineering best practices across CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and testing, while working closely with Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory teams to deliver integrated solutions. Additionally, you will drive resource planning, performance management, and career development initiatives, ensuring team alignment with strategic objectives and compliance with relevant standards.

Main responsibilities will include:

· Lead and manage Software Development and Test teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical strategy.

· Oversee the full software lifecycle—from planning and development to deployment and testing—ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.

· Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across all teams.

· Define and implement best practices in software engineering, CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and testing.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, QA, Hardware, and Regulatory, to deliver integrated solutions.

· Drive resource planning, performance management, and career development for team members.

· Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations, especially in regulated environments.

About you

Architectural & Design Skills

· Solid grasp of software design patterns and architectural principles.

· Experience designing scalable, maintainable, and secure software systems.

· Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps).

· Familiarity with cloud platforms (especially Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

· Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy standards.

· Hands-on experience with tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, Kubernetes, and automated testing frameworks.

Soft Skills & Leadership:

· At least 5+ years in leadership roles, managing multi-functional software teams.

· Ability to mentor developers and conduct effective code reviews.

· Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

· Effective communication with multi-functional teams (QA, Product, DevOps).

· Experience in agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

· Ownership of end-to-end delivery and technical decision-making.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

· 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.

· Proven experience in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.

· Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and automation frameworks.

· Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

· Experience delivering complex software projects in a fast-paced environment.

· Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, automotive, aerospace).

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