Job Details
Software Delivery Manager
AQA
Overview
At AQA, we are committed to advancing education and we are committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the United Kingdom, we mark over ten million exam papers each year and it is our people who make this happen.
£63,000 to £72,800
per year
Full time, Hybrid
(35 hours per week.)
Manchester
Key information
You will lead the delivery of change for software products within AQA’s Assessment Technology portfolio. Your work will ensure our systems remain reliable, innovative, and aligned with our mission to deliver world class assessments. Working with internal teams and trusted suppliers, you will make sure change is delivered on time, to a high standard, and with continuous improvement at the heart of how you work.
This role is a twelve month fixed term contract with hybrid working arrangements available.
About the role
- Leading delivery teams to develop and support strategically aligned software products, driving agile and lean practices.
- Facilitating Product Increment (PI) planning and Scrum of Scrums to ensure alignment and optimise workflow.
- Managing risks, escalating impediments, and driving continuous improvement across delivery processes.
For the full job description, including the keys areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button.
If you have any requirements for reasonable adjustments in relation to the application, interview or the prospective job, please email Faye Harrison at: fharrison@aqa.org.uk or call on: 07813 724161. We are asking for this information to make the process as equitable as possible for each candidate. Please note that Faye will not be able to assist you with enquiries regarding temporary vacancies or non recruitment enquiries. If you have query regarding Temporary vacancies, please email: temprecruit@aqa.org.uk.
Requirements
- Strong experience in software delivery within agile and scaled agile environments.
- Technical knowledge to assess and innovate across diverse software technologies.
- Ability to lead teams through complex, time sensitive challenges.
- Experience delivering in high stakes, regulated environments.
- Passion for continuous improvement and innovative problem solving.
For the full person specification, please click the 'apply now' button.
Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.