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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Manager - **Company:** Anchor - **Location:** Bradford, UK - **Salary:** £75,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Microsoft Software, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Enterprise Integration - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=19c1414de60b5bd4 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Test automation?, * Experience leading software development teams in a complex environment * Strong knowledge of Agile, CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing and secure development * Experience delivering software and integration solutions in a cloud environment, using Microsoft technologies such as .NET, C#, Azure and SQL. * Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills It would be great if you also have * Experience in housing, care or other regulated sectors * Experience with platforms such as D365 or NEC Housing * Interest in AI-assisted development or AI-enabled solutions ## Description We're looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to lead and grow our development capability. This leadership role oversees software delivery across new and existing solutions. You'll lead developers, champion strong engineering standards, and work with stakeholders to deliver scalable software and integrations. What you'll be doing * Lead and develop a high-performing software development team * Oversee the delivery and support of software and integration solutions, ensuring effective resource planning and strong delivery performance * Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical delivery plans * Ensure solutions align with architecture and data principles, development standards and are aligned to long-term objectives. * Drive development standards, continuous improvement and modern engineering practices, * Mental health support * Flexible working options * Access to online GP appointments Finance * Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better * Quick and easy pension transfer service * Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance * Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more * Free Blue Light Card Career * Ongoing personal and professional development programme * Leadership Pathways online learning resources * Career progression and promotion opportunities To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated being well website Please follow the link or copy and paste https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/ into your browser Celebrating diversity, celebrating you Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other. We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others. We are a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [How to Cause (or Prevent) a Massive Data Breach- Secure Coding and IDOR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/39-how-to-cause-or-prevent-a-massive-data-breach-secure-coding-and-idor) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Building and Modernising Apps with Agentic AI - Julia Kordick](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1832-building-and-modernising-apps-with-agentic-ai-julia-kordick) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Dev Digest 132 - Binging WADFlix?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/473-dev-digest-132-binging-wadflix) - [What is Agentic Programming and Why Should Developers Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/625-what-is-agentic-programming-and-why-should-developers-care) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)