Head of Development (.Net)

Posted 22 October 2025
LocationManchester
Discipline Software
Reference7276

Job description

JOB TITLE:
Head of Software Development (.Net)

LOCATION:
Manchester, Greater Manchester (Hybrid)

SALARY:
£85K per annum

THE BUSINESS:
C4S Search are working with a Software provider in the heart of Manchester. We are looking for a skilled leader to provide technical leadership and management of the development teams responsible for their software products, contributing to technical and product strategy while ensuring successful software delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead and manage a development team of 8, ensuring balanced workloads, knowledge sharing, and a positive culture while supporting career growth.
  • Provide high-level technical leadership, including architecture decisions, code reviews, managing technical debt, and risk assessment.
  • Collaborate across teams and senior management to ensure smooth operations, project delivery, and alignment with business priorities.
  • Implement secure, compliant development practices alongside Quality, IT, and DevOps teams, driving continuous improvement and cyber security.
  • Track team performance metrics, communicate progress, and provide strategic input to technical roadmaps and risk management.

KEY SKILLS:
  • Minimum 5 years in software development, with 3+ years managing technical teams; strong leadership, mentoring, and recruitment experience.
  • Expertise in web technologies (.NET, C#, Angular preferred) and cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
  • Proficient in agile and waterfall methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
  • Deep understanding of software development lifecycle, release processes, and technical risk management.
  • Solution-focused, diplomatic leader with excellent collaboration, communication, and decision-making skills.

Benefits:
  • Hybrid working model
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact healthcare technology
  • A collaborative and values-driven culture
  • Ongoing professional development and leadership progression
How to Apply:
If you're a hands-on technical leader with a passion for driving innovation and building great teams, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV and cover letter to Charlotte Berry or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.