Software Development Manager

Senior Software Development Manager South East England | Hybrid This isn’t a role for a technical leader. It’s for someone who builds teams that deliver. The Situation You’ll lead a 15-person software team working on complex C++ systems in RF and wireless communications. The engineers are strong. The challenge is structure, clarity, and consistent delivery within a global organisation. This role exists to fix that. What You’ll Own You won’t be judged on code. You’ll be judged on whether the team: * Delivers consistently * Operates with clarity * Works effectively across an international structure Your focus: * Bring structure and organisation to the team * Support engineers from graduate to architect * Remove friction with stakeholders across Europe * Create an environment where engineers perform at their best What This Role Is Not If you want to code — this isn’t your role. If you lead through technical authority — this isn’t your role. If you micro-manage — this isn’t your role. What This Requires * Experience leading software engineering teams * Ability to bring order to complex environments * Comfortable influencing in a large, international organisation * Background in C++ systems or similar (but no longer hands-on) The Environment * C++ systems software * High-performance, multi-threaded systems * Data processing / visualisation * RF and communications technology Why This Role You’ll enjoy this if you care about: * Building effective teams * Creating clarity from ambiguity * Delivering through people, not code Yoh Solutions Ltd (a Day & Zimmermann company) are electronic engineering recruitment specialists sourcing high-calibre permanent and interim engineering talent globally. To connect with me directly, search Thomas Bird on LinkedIn