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SalaryJob Location: UK Flexible Location (Remote)
Salary: £65,000 per annum pro rata based on 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Ready to transform the future of Application Development and software engineering at the Red Cross? Could you be the driving force behind success and innovation?
Step into a dynamic, delivery-focused role as the Application Development and Software Engineering Manager! In this vital role, you'll be at the heart of the team, directing the future through Application Development and software engineering. This is essential to our mission of supporting people in crisis.
Picture yourself orchestrating seamless integrations between systems. You'll be unleashing the potential of the Microsoft technology stack including Dynamics 365 and Power Apps along with Robotic Process Automation. A key element of your role will be delivering complex, high-risk products and services that directly contribute to our humanitarian cause. You'll be navigating the entire product lifecycle, taking charge and being the expert point of escalation for the team.
Are you ready to be the motivator behind cutting-edge development, steering the course towards success? This is your invitation to join us in an exciting journey! Are you ready to join our team?
Wondering about a day in the life of an Application Development and Software Engineering Manager? You’ll:
- Be developing strategies and actively supporting initiatives with a strong emphasis upon user experience, security, and cost reduction.
- Foster an inclusive engineering culture, empowering accountability and responsibility among developers.
- Set and manage expectations for senior management and stakeholders, facilitating discussions on high-risk requirements.
- Drive development and delivery of software applications, integrations, and services, serving as a single point of escalation and issue resolution.
- Coach and guide teams in Agile, DevOps, and Lean practices, acting as a recognised expert. You'll advocate for these approaches, while constantly innovating to ensure BRC stays on top of best practices.
- Communicate the value of Application Development and software engineering to stakeholders across the organisation.
What does it take to be an Application Development and Software Engineering Manager?
- Practical knowledge of software development planning, covering scope, requirements, resource, budget, and delivery.
- Strong expertise in monitoring and testing tools for software applications, including functional, synthetic, integration, load testing, and chaos engineering.
- Good awareness of Microsoft Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Power Apps development best practices and Azure Integration Services.
- Build and support communities of practice and internal user communities for collaboration, sharing best practices, and governance.
- Transition to continuous integration delivery and development models through enhanced collaboration, communication, and tooling for streamlined and automated software build, test, and release.
- It would be desirable but not essential that you have one or more certifications, qualifications, or training courses focused on service management, such as ITIL v4 foundation to higher.
Interested? The closing date for completed applications is 23:59hrs on Thursday the 15th of February 2024 with interviews to follow
Please apply early, as we’ll be reviewing candidates throughout. We reserve the right to close the ad in advance of the published date.
In return for your dedication and expertise, what will you get?
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
- Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
- Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.
At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
