Drive large-scale SaaS & software delivery transformation | Microsoft stack
Hybrid remote - 2/3 days a week in the office in Poole, Dorset.
We're partnering with a technology-led organisation undergoing a major digital transformation - and they're looking for a Software Delivery & Transformation Manager to act as a trusted partner to the CTO.
This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who blends strong technical depth (C#/.NET, Azure) with a proven ability to lead complex software delivery and transformation at scale, particularly within SaaS or cloud environments.
You'll take ownership of a broad transformation portfolio focused on modernising platforms, scaling SaaS capabilities, and improving engineering delivery maturity.
This role sits at the intersection of strategy and execution - ideal for someone who enjoys shaping direction but thrives on making delivery happen.
Responsibilities
Partnering with the CTO to define and deliver the technology transformation roadmap
Leading large-scale software delivery and SaaS transformation initiatives
Driving adoption of modern engineering practices (DevOps, CI/CD, automation, observability)
Bringing structure and clarity to complex, multi-stream delivery programmes
Providing technical oversight across a Microsoft stack (C#, .NET, Azure, SQL Server)
Challenging architecture and engineering decisions to ensure scalability, resilience and performance
Aligning engineering, product, data and operational teams around clear delivery outcomes
Managing dependencies, risks and delivery trade-offs across multiple initiatives
Communicating progress, risks and value to senior leadership and stakeholders
Embedding a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and innovation
You're a credible technology leader with a strong track record in software delivery and transformation, ideally within SaaS or cloud-based environments.
Key Experience
Experience in senior technology / delivery / engineering leadership roles
Exposure to large-scale transformation programmes
Strong background in software delivery within SaaS or cloud platforms
Solid technical expertise in the Microsoft stack (C#, .NET, Azure, SQL Server)
Deep understanding of software architecture, engineering quality and system design
Experience implementing DevOps and modern delivery practices
Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and complex delivery portfolios
Strong stakeholder skills, with experience working closely with C-level leadership
Exposure to data, AI or platform modernisation initiatives is beneficial
Excellent communicator, able to translate complex technical change into clear, business-focused narratives
Why This Role?
Work directly with a forward-thinking CTO
Play a pivotal role in a business-critical transformation journey
Combine technical depth with strategic influence
Make a visible, lasting impact across a technology-driven organisation
If you're motivated by driving meaningful change in complex software environments and want to operate at the heart of a transformation, this is a standout opportunity.
Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Salary description
£85000.00 - £95000.00 per year