Development Manager - Digital Platforms & APIs

As Development Manager - Digital Platforms & APIs, you’ll own the vision, roadmap and ongoing development of key digital products, platforms and integration services.

You’ll work closely with business leaders, architects, technology teams and third-party partners to ensure solutions are delivered effectively, securely and in line with organisational strategy., * Defining and managing product roadmaps for digital platforms and API services

• Owning priorities, backlogs and delivery outcomes
• Driving platform adoption and continuous improvement
• Leading the delivery of new applications, enhancements and integrations
• Working with architecture, engineering and security teams to shape future solutions
• Managing third-party technology partners and suppliers
• Ensuring governance, risk and compliance standards are maintained
• Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across technology and business functions
• Supporting the evolution of modern digital delivery and platform-based operating models
• Leading and developing a small team of technical specialists

• Experience owning platforms, products or API capabilities
• Strong understanding of APIs, integrations and modern digital architecture
• Experience managing product roadmaps and prioritisation
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Experience working with third-party delivery partners and vendors
• Knowledge of Agile delivery practices and product management methodologies
• Exposure to governance, risk, compliance and security frameworks
• The ability to translate business objectives into scalable technology solutions

Desirable Experience

• Financial services, fintech, insurance or other regulated sector experience
• Product Owner or Product Management certifications
• Knowledge of API governance and integration patterns
• Experience working with enterprise architecture and security functions
• Exposure to digital transformation or platform modernisation programmes

If you’re passionate about digital products, platforms and technology strategy, we’d love to hear from you!

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.