Software Development Manager - Defence

Software Development Manager / Engineering Lead (Defence Consultancy) Newcastle onsite to £140k

Join a fast-growing technology consultancy expanding into the defence and national security sector. As a Software Development Manager, you'll partner with the CTO to build and lead a new engineering function, shaping technical direction and delivering complex, high-impact systems.

Your role:

• Lead and grow a defence-focused engineering team
• Define technical strategy, standards and best practices
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across complex, distributed systems
• Mentor engineers and drive learning and development initiatives
• Ensure adoption of modern tools, technologies and engineering approaches

About You:

• You have strong experience in defence / national security environments (SC Clearance or eligible)
• You have a strong technical background (C#, Java, Python, TypeScript, etc.)
• You have experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• You have a strong grounding in software engineering best practices and Computer Science fundamentals
• You're a natural leader with a passion for building teams and shaping technology

Location / WFH:

You'll join colleagues in brand new Central Newcastle offices on a full-time basis (Monday to Friday), working hours 0900-1800 with some flexibility. The offices are well equipped and offer fantastic views across the City and the local countryside, many employees walk or cycle in (onsite showers available!).

What's in it for you:

As a Software Development Manager you will earn a competitive package:

• Salary to £140k + Bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Bupa healthcare
• Generous pension contribution
• Continuous career development opportunities
• Social team atmosphere with a range of events and early finish for drinks on Fridays

Apply now to find out more about this Software Development Manager (Defence Consultancy) opportunity.