Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager Location: Southampton (Hybrid) Salary: £100,000 – £115,000 + 20% Bonus + Equity + Benefits Type: Permanent About the RoleWe are working with a high-performance engineering team developing advanced software solutions in a complex, R&D-driven environment. They are looking to appoint a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of experienced engineers working on performance-critical systems. This role sits at the intersection of software and hardware, focusing on real-time, high-throughput applications. You will work closely with technical leads who own the engineering direction, while you focus on team leadership, delivery and engineering excellence. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop a team of high-calibre software engineers • Drive software engineering methodologies, processes and best practices • Support the delivery of complex, performance-critical software across the full lifecycle • Work closely with technical leads, customers and multidisciplinary engineering teams • Ensure high standards in software design, testing and delivery • Support team growth, mentoring and career development Requirements • Experience leading software engineering teams in a technical environment • Background in embedded software, systems software, or high-performance computing • Strong understanding of real-time or performance-critical systems • Experience with software development lifecycles, CI/CD and agile environments • Ability to translate complex problems into structured delivery plans • Degree qualified or equivalent industry experience Experience in wireless communications (e.g. 5G, LTE, PHY) is beneficial but not essential. Package • £100,000 – £115,000 base salary • 20% bonus • Equity • Pension • Private medical insurance • Hybrid working (Southampton-based team) Additional InformationThis role is suited to someone who enjoys leading teams and shaping how high-performance software is delivered, rather than remaining fully hands-on in development. If you would like to find out more, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Yoh Solutions Ltd, a Day & Zimmermann Company, are specialist recruiters supporting advanced engineering teams across embedded software, wireless communications and electronics.