Head of Development (.Net)

Overview JOB TITLE: Head of Software Development (.Net) LOCATION: Manchester, Greater Manchester (Hybrid) SALARY: £85K per annum The Business C4S Search are working with a Software provider in the heart of Manchester. We are looking for a skilled leader to provide technical leadership and management of the development teams responsible for their software products, contributing to technical and product strategy while ensuring successful software delivery. Responsibilities Lead and manage a development team of 8, ensuring balanced workloads, knowledge sharing, and a positive culture while supporting career growth. Provide high-level technical leadership, including architecture decisions, code reviews, managing technical debt, and risk assessment. Collaborate across teams and senior management to ensure smooth operations, project delivery, and alignment with business priorities. Implement secure, compliant development practices alongside Quality, IT, and DevOps teams, driving continuous improvement and cyber security. Track team performance metrics, communicate progress, and provide strategic input to technical roadmaps and risk management. Key Skills Minimum 5 years in software development, with 3+ years managing technical teams; strong leadership, mentoring, and recruitment experience. Expertise in web technologies (.NET, C#, Angular preferred) and cloud platforms (Azure preferred). Proficient in agile and waterfall methodologies including Scrum and Kanban. Deep understanding of software development lifecycle, release processes, and technical risk management. Solution-focused, diplomatic leader with excellent collaboration, communication, and decision-making skills. Benefits Hybrid working model Opportunity to work on high-impact healthcare technology A collaborative and values-driven culture Ongoing professional development and leadership progression How to Apply If you're a hands-on technical leader with a passion for driving innovation and building great teams, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV and cover letter to Charlotte Berry or reach out directly for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr