Development Manager jobs in United Kingdom

The Lead Developer vacancy is with an established technology‑driven business entering an exciting phase of enhancement and digital evolution.

Hybrid - Preferably 2 days per week in the office

As Development Lead, you’ll take ownership of a multidisciplinary software team responsible for delivering and maintaining multiple high‑traffic web platforms and internal systems.

A credible technical lead with proven full‑stack experience who enjoys combining hands‑on coding with mentoring and team management.

You’ll be confident leading across backend, frontend and mobile projects balancing technical depth with delivery ownership, and the ability to guide developers towards deadlines whilst maintaining quality.

You’ll be comfortable engaging with stakeholders to understand priorities and plan technical improvements that deliver measurable outcomes.

• Strong PHP / Laravel expertise with solid OOP principles
• Hands‑on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Next.js)
• Strong understanding of MySQL database design and optimisation
• Proven experience leading or mentoring developers
• Experience conducting code reviews, 1‑2‑1's and supporting best practices
• Familiarity with Agile delivery, sprint planning and the ticketing tools (Jira, ClickUp)
• Understanding of secure coding, testing methodologies and deployment processes

• Lead the day‑to‑day development, testing and deployment of multiple systems
• Provide mentorship, direction and code reviews across the development team
• Plan and prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met
• Maintain and evolve existing web platforms, APIs and mobile integrations
• Collaborate with stakeholders and the IT leadership team to define technical roadmaps
• Troubleshoot performance issues, implement improvements, and reduce technical debt
• Ensure systems meet secure coding standards and are well‑documented
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

This is a genuine opportunity to lead a collaborative development team, take full ownership of the software delivery process from initial design to live deployment and influence the tech roadmap and drive meaningful improvements across a suite of business‑critical platforms.

If you’re a hands‑on developer ready to lead, or an existing Lead Developer looking for more autonomy and ownership, apply now to learn more about the opportunity.

Our client is a fast‑growing specialist engineering business with over 40 years of expertise in high‑performance electrical systems. They’ve rapidly built a reputation for quality and are quickly becoming the go‑to provider in their sector. Because of this, they are looking for a Senior Wiring Technician to join their team of specialists.

On‑site | 5 days per week | Rapidly Growing Engineering Business

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a wiring or electrical technician role
• Strong skills in loom, cable and harness construction
• A solid understanding of electrical principles and wiring standards
• Proven ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

In this hands‑on role you’ll be responsible for the assembly and installation of intricate wiring harnesses used in advanced high‑performance equipment. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers, troubleshoot faults and play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards.

It’s an opportunity to contribute to technically challenging projects whilst further developing your skills in a supportive, quality‑focused environment. With a rapidly expanding project pipeline and a clear vision for growth, you’ll be part of a business that’s truly going places.

If you're looking to take the next step in your career and be part of this growth, please apply for more information.