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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Manager - **Company:** Motorola Solutions, Inc. - **Location:** Glasgow, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Client Server Models, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Github, Gradle, Mobile Application Software, Apache Struts, Java Architecture for XML Binding, Microsoft SQL Server, Commercial Software, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations (XSLT), ReactJS, Backend, Vue.js, Kotlin, AngularJS, Data Analytics, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Microservices - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fa0ecda5f33e316d ## About the Role * Emotional Intelligence: You can navigate difficult conversations with empathy and clarity. * Technical Depth: You can still "talk shop" and understand the implications of $O(n)$ complexity or microservices architecture without needing a refresher. * Operational Excellence: Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and a data-driven approach to measuring team velocity and health., * Must be able to attain Non-Police-Personnel-Vetting Level 3 (NPPV3) - which includes the need for a minimum of 3 years UK residency * A relevant university qualification such as a BSc Computing Science or BSc Software Engineering * 7+ years of experience in commercial software engineering * Full stack experience across a variety of technologies including front-end and back-end * A strong understanding of software design patterns used for architecting and developing high performing, scalable software solutions * Previous experience architecting and developing server/gateway applications and client/server model communications * Previous experience of architecting and developing mobile smartphone applications * Strong communication and collaboration skills Desirable : * Experience of leading and managing software development teams * Previous working experience in an Agile environment (Scrum) * Java and/or Kotlin * Struts and Sprint Boot * REST APIs * SQL (preferably MSSQL) * Vue, Angular, React, HTML/CSS * AndroidX, Compose, Room * Gradle * CI/CD using GitHub Actions * XML processing, XSLT, Saxon, JAXB ## Description This role will be responsible for leading a team of approximately 8 software engineers, who range from senior to junior level. We are looking for someone who is a very strong software engineer, who may have some previous experience of leading small, agile software engineering teams. As a Software Engineering Manager, you won't just be staring at code; you'll be building the team that writes it. You are responsible for the growth, productivity, and happiness of your engineers. Your goal is to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical execution, ensuring we ship high-quality products while maintaining a healthy, sustainable engineering culture., * People Leadership : Mentor and coach engineers at all levels. You'll handle performance reviews, career mapping, and one-on-ones to ensure everyone has a clear path to promotion. * Delivery & Execution : Own the "how" and "when." 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