Are you an experienced Software Development Manager - Services with a background in Retail, looking for a role where it’s not just about the opportunity to develop, but one where you’ll also be valued, rewarded and supported? One where your work will also have a real impact? We help people build things. Make things better. How good would it be to know that you’re part of that?
The core responsibility for the Software Development Manager at Wickes is to develop and maintain standards, principles, and policies for system integrations across all engineering teams. This ensures robust, secure, and scalable interactions between internal and external systems, promoting consistent, high-quality integration development practices.
A key aspect of this position involves collaborating with engineering delivery leads and the platform team to establish and implement efficient and robust engineering delivery methods. This includes selecting appropriate tools, refining existing methodologies, and promoting industry best practices We offer flexible hybrid working, with two - three days a week in our Head Office of Watford. With ambitious plans, time together will create a winning culture. Time in the business will unlock opportunities for impact. Time at home gives you a career that doesn’t put your life on hold. It’s the best of both worlds really.

• Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product managers and architects, to create and implement microservices-based software solutions that elevate the DIY retailer’s digital presence and significantly improve the customer experience.
• We are seeking candidates with proven experience in defining comprehensive test strategies, ensuring thorough testing of developed solutions, and upholding rigorous quality standards throughout the software development lifecycle.
• With excellent leadership qualities, you will lead and mentor a team of offshore developers, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Managing the end-to-end delivery of microservices-based projects, you will ensure that they are completed and ready for production, meeting the required quality standards.