Development Manager

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Are you somebody who gets things done? We're looking for an experienced Dev Manager to create efficient processes, remove bottlenecks, build stakeholder relationships - all while managing a growing team.

Comparison Creator: Powering Britain's Price Comparisons Sites!

Comparison Creator is a leading software development company specialising in providing outsourced solutions for product comparison websites. We have unparalleled product knowledge, expertise and exclusive software which empowers us to create cutting-edge comparison propositions, that set the market standard.

We're a technology business but are product led and we're really proud of what we do. You might recognise some of our websites: MoneySuperMarket, Compare the Market, Go.Compare, Confused and Moneysaving Expert.

We are part of the Fintel Plc group of companies (Defaqto, SimplyBiz and Fintel IQ) who bring data, technology, and consumers together to help everyone make more informed choices now, and in the future. Being part of a successful PLC, brings a wealth of tools, experience, and support.

ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY

The role of team manager will be to provide leadership and management of the LAMP development team and bring strong technical knowledge and experience to drive improvements and efficiencies.

This presents an excellent opportunity to create an environment in which the development team can thrive, continue develop their skills and expertise and ensure the business continues to grow and deliver a world class product.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for somebody to deliver under three key themes: technical leadership, process improvement and team management:

Technical Leadership

Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in the LAMP Stack ecosystem.
Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team.
Ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
Process Improvement
- Working with the wider business, define and implement a delivery process with agreed timescales, priorities and SLAs were appropriate.
- Implement a clear and effective work intake process to differentiate between project work and day-to-day support items.
- Create a technical backlog of work to improve business efficiency and accelerate software delivery.
- Establish and maintain efficient SDLC processes, including automated deployments and testing.
  Team Management
  - Oversee the day-to-day activities of the LAMP Stack development team, ensuring efficient and effective execution of projects.
  - Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to team members.
  - Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
    
    ABOUT YOU
    Qualifications
    Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
    Experience
    - Proven track record of delivering successful software projects on time and within budget.
    - Experience with automated deployment and testing tools (e.g. Jenkins, Ansible, Selenium).
    - 5 years plus as team leader or manager for software development teams, preferably in a LAMP Stack environment.
      Knowledge
      - Expertise in LAMP Stack technologies
      - Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
      - Strong understanding of modern SDLC methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, DevOps).
        Skills
        
        Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
        Strong stakeholder management skills.
        Strong commercial skills.

Company: Defaqto
Location: Cwmbran, Torfaen
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Good benefits package
Posted: Yesterday

Apply Now

Company: Defaqto
Location: Cwmbran, Torfaen
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Good benefits package
Posted: Yesterday