We are seeking an experienced Business Central Technical Delivery Manager to lead and manage our development team while continuing to contribute to hands-on development projects.  This role combines technical expertise with management responsibilities driving the delivery of high-quality software solutions.  You will foster a collaborative, innovative environment, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and align with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Team Leadership:
  • Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. 
  • Provide guidance on technical issues and professional development. 
  • Oversee workload allocation, performance reviews and professional development.
  • Assist in establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for the software development team. 
  • Analyse metrics to assess team and project performance. 
  • Provide training opportunities and mentorship to enhance the team's technical skills. 
  • Ensure the team are maintaining utilisation rates.  

• Technical Oversight:
  • Provide technical leadership and expertise, guiding the team in architectural decisions and best practices. 
  • Stay current with industry trends and technologies, ensuring the team's skills are up to date.
  • Ensure solutions meet business requirements and adhere to coding standards.
  • Collaborate with product managers, DevOps manager, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of development efforts with business goals. 

• Project Management:
  • Manage development resources effectively to meet project requirements. 
  • Identify and address resource constraints and bottlenecks. 
  • Identify potential risks in projects and implement strategies for risk mitigation. 
  • Proactively address and resolve issues that may impact project timelines or quality.

• Documentation:
  • Ensure thorough and up-to-date documentation of software architecture, processes, and procedures. 
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer within the team.

• Budget Management:
  • Work with finance to develop and manage the development budget. 
  • Monitor expenses and ensure cost-effectiveness in development efforts. 

• Client Interaction:
  • Collaborate with clients to understand software requirements and expectations. 
  • Provide updates on project progress, address client feedback, and ensure client satisfaction. 
  • Develop solutions for custom requirements.

Skills & Experience: 

• Proven experience in leading technical teams and managing development projects
• Expertise in Microsoft Business Central (development, customisation and integrations)
• Strong understanding of AL language and Business Central development best practices
• Experience with API integrations, web services and data migration
• Familiarity with Azure services, DevOps practices and CI/CD processes
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage timelines and ensure on-time delivery
• Experience in resource planning and team performance management
• Excellent stakeholder communication and collaboration skills

What we Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Competitive annual leave, including your birthday off.
• Critical Illness and Death in Service cover.
• Pension Scheme eligible to join from day 1.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental Health First Aiders and a proactive approach to a positive workplace.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including Microsoft certification training.
• A forward-thinking and digitally innovative work environment.
• Access to the latest Microsoft tools and technologies for creating exceptional digital pre-sales experiences.