Are you somebody who gets things done? We're looking for an experienced Dev Manager to create efficient processes, remove bottlenecks, build stakeholder relationships - all while managing a growing team.

Comparison Creator: Powering Britain's Price Comparisons Sites!

Comparison Creator is a leading software development company specialising in providing outsourced solutions for product comparison websites. We have unparalleled product knowledge, expertise and exclusive software which empowers us to create cutting-edge comparison propositions, that set the market standard.

We're a technology business but are product led and we're really proud of what we do. You may recognise some of our websites: MoneySuperMarket, Go.Compare, Confused.com and Moneysaving Expert.

We are part of the Fintel Plc group of companies (Defaqto, SimplyBiz and Fintel IQ) who bring data, technology, and consumers together to help everyone make more informed choices now, and in the future. Being part of a successful PLC, brings a wealth of tools, experience, and support.

About the Role

We are looking for somebody to deliver under three key themes: technical leadership, process improvement and team management and you must be able to demonstrate experience in each area.

In reality, this role will be one of two halves: initially, we're looking for quick, focused attention on getting our delivery processes in order and agreeing new ways of working with wider stakeholders. Following that stage, the role will be a standard BAU software development team manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team.
• Ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Working with the wider business, define and implement a delivery process with agreed timescales, priorities and SLAs were appropriate.
• Implement a clear and effective work intake process to differentiate between project work and day-to-day support items.
• Create a technical backlog of work to improve business efficiency and accelerate software delivery.
• Establish and maintain efficient SDLC processes, including automated deployments and
• testing.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the LAMP Stack development team, ensuring efficient and effective execution of projects.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to team members.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in the LAMP Stack ecosystem.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

Required Skills

• Proven track record of delivering successful software projects on time and within budget.
• Experience putting efficient software development processes and frameworks in place.
• Experience with automated deployment and testing tools (e.g. Jenkins, Ansible, Selenium).5 years plus as team leader or manager for software development teams.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).Strong understanding of modern SDLC methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, DevOps).Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills - not afraid to challenge but able to bring people on the journey - inspire action.
• Strong commercial acumen.

Working Pattern & Location

Our office is in Cwmbran, South Wales. The company operates a hybrid working pattern so you will need to be comfortable working from our the office once or more a week. There is plenty of free parking onsite and the offices are easily accessible from Cardiff, Newport, Bristol and Swansea.

Right to Work

As we do not hold a sponsorship licence at Comparison Creator, you will need to hold the right to work in the UK in your own right. We cannot provide skilled worker sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fintel plc and all the businesses within it adopt a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination on any of the protected grounds in the Equality Act 2010.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

For these reasons we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.