Job type
PermanentLocation
BasingstokeWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Software DevelopmentIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£55,572 to £59,971
Software Development Manager – Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council – Great Opportunity
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council are currently recruiting for a Software Development Manager. The IT team are at the forefront of digital transformation and are driving innovative solutions that improve services for local residents.
Please view the dedicated microsite that details some key points from the IT team, gains insights into the organisation and their values. Full Job Specs available.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council | Our Story | Hays UK
Your new role
Please view the dedicated microsite that details some key points from the IT team, gains insights into the organisation and their values. Full Job Specs available.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council | Our Story | Hays UK
Your new role
- The main responsibilities of the role include managing, leading, and coaching the IT Software Development team to foster a strong, high-performing environment, while providing guidance to enhance team productivity. The role also involves ensuring adherence to best practices in software design, architecture, and coding, striking a balance between hands-on technical contributions and managerial duties.
- Candidates should be proficient in implementing design plans, conducting unit tests, and debugging applications. The ability to write, review, and revise product requirements and specifications is also key.
- The role will require strong project management skills, including overseeing multiple projects and ensuring teams meet agreed timelines. Translating business requirements into actionable technical tasks for the development team is a core skill. The role also demands a focus on improving development workflows, advocating for automation, and optimising performance.
- Staying current with industry trends and driving innovation within the team is important. Managing the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) of new solutions, including interface and integration specifications, must align with the council’s Technical and Digital Architecture.
- The role includes responsibility for effective service transition from development to operations, ensuring new or modified services meet business expectations. Supporting the implementation and improvement of ITIL processes across the IT & Digital Team is also required.
- Experience in coordinating and responding to critical incidents as Incident Manager is beneficial. The role involves managing escalated Service Desk tickets and providing technical expertise on application issues.
What you’ll need to succeed
- The role requires a strong foundation in software development best practices, including design, architecture, and coding standards
- The ability to oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of software solutions, knowing where to support the organisation
- Managing multiple software development, improvement, and integration projects.
- Experience leading and managing a team of software developers
Great opportunity to join a developing team in an organisation that are at the forefront of digital transformation and driving innovative solutions that improve services for local residents.
Full benefits details on the dedicated microsite.
For more detailed information, or to view other vacancies with this organisation, please visit our dedicated recruitment website https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/basingstoke-and-deane-borough-council-tech
