787 Scrum Masters jobs in the United Kingdom

• Establish, implement, and continuously improve project management frameworks, processes, and best practices for software development globally.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of project managers, scrum masters, and project coordinators.
• Oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of all international software development projects.
• Ensure alignment of project objectives with strategic business goals and product roadmaps.
• Manage project portfolios, including resource allocation, risk assessment, and budget control across multiple concurrent projects.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, QA, marketing, and sales.
• Implement and champion Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and potentially Waterfall methodologies as appropriate for different project types.
• Develop and maintain key project documentation, including project charters, plans, status reports, and post-mortems.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively, developing contingency plans.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular, clear, and concise project updates to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project management office (PMO).
• Evaluate and recommend project management tools and technologies to enhance team productivity and reporting capabilities.
• Foster a high-performance culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within software development.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, international software development projects with distributed teams.
• Expertise in various project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall).
• Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and modern development practices.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex budgets and resources effectively.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

I'm looking for a Software Development Manager to join an award-winning software development business based in Leicester.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage software development and test teams for assigned products and projects
• Ensure adherence to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Intercede business processes
• Serve as Scrum Master to drive sprints, manage releases, and remove technical blockers
• Provide weekly progress updates, resource plans and risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Professional Services and Pre-Sales to align development efforts
• Maintain high performance standards through coaching, mentoring and structured performance reviews
• Act as an escalation point and be accountable for delivery, quality and performance
• Contribute to continuous improvement in team processes, tooling and practices
• Support career development and succession planning for team members

Required Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Software Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 5+ years in a software leadership or management role
• Proven experience leading software teams of 20+ developers/testers
• Strong software engineering background with an understanding of modern coding standards, patterns and tools
• Demonstrated success delivering complex software projects on time and within budget
• Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum, sprint planning, backlog grooming and release management
• Proficiency in risk management, resource allocation and stakeholder communication
• Knowledge of secure software development practices and the cyber security industry
• Understanding of ISO 9001/ISO 27001 quality standards

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience working in a security-focused software environment
• Familiarity with commercial aspects of software development such as cost management and change control
• Prior involvement in succession planning or team structure optimisation

The salary is 70,000 to 75,000 plus an excellent benefits package and is hybrid-working of 2x days per week in the office.

Outside IR35

Hybrid working West Midlands

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop software solutions to improve work processes, including data processing and administrative tasks using Python.
• Enhance the existing reporting database which utilises Confluence and integrate Confluence data into Python KPI tracking systems.
• Support the transition of existing processes to Microsoft SharePoint, PowerApps, and Dataverse, and integrate these into the current Python process automation environment.
• Proactively define requirements and make software proposals, iterating to reach optimal solutions.

Job Requirements:

• Good degree or equivalent qualification in Software, Computer Science, or Software Engineering discipline (e.g., 2:1 or higher).
• Experience and proficiency in Python, including referencing external data sources via APIs.
• Knowledge of Linux, Docker, Git (Bitbucket), PostgreSQL, and HTML/JavaScript.
• Familiarity with O365, including Microsoft SharePoint online and Microsoft Dataverse.
• Clear thinker with a proactive attitude and strong communication skills.
• Experience using software development and project management tools.
• Ability to exhibit good logical analysis of data and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates clear ownership of tasks, with capability to build relationships internally and externally.

Personal Attributes
* Good Degree or equivalent (e.g. 2:1 or higher in a Software, Computer Science or Software Engineering discipline).
* Clear thinker, good communicator and pro-active attitude. Good at logical analysis of data and problem solving.
* Experience using software development and project management tools
* Demonstrates clear ownership of tasks. Able to build relationships internally/externally.
* Required Software knowledge and experience:
- Python (including familiarisation with referencing external data sources via API's)
- Linux
- Docker
- Git (Bitbucket)
- PostgreSQL
- HTML/JavaScript
- O365 (including Microsoft SharePoint online and Microsoft Data verse)

If you are a Software Development Engineer with the necessary skills and experience looking to contribute to the automotive sector through innovative software solutions, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.

Based in newly refurbished offices in Guildford, this profitable software engineering company works with global corporations. Their software products allow users to develop sophisticated engineering models used within energy and renewables with future applications in banking and healthcare.

The software teams are highly educated (many with PhDs), and academic background is important in their technical recruitment approach.

Currently, they are looking to recruit a Software Development Engineer to join a nascent group to incorporate innovative AI / ML features into their software offerings. The focus is still on design, development and deployment of well-engineered scalable software solutions, the challenge is how to best utilise AI / ML into these software products.

Requirements:

- Strong academic background, minimally a Master’s in computer science, physics, engineering or similar, and ideally a PhD in a relevant subject area.- 

- Demonstrable experience developing desktop and web applications including production-grade software. This should include experience with software architecture and understanding how to support structured (SQL) and unstructured (RAG) data.

- Experience with Python and C++ / C# including how to integrate ML features.

The role does require relevant technical expertise, limited university / freelance projects are not sufficient.

On offer is an excellent remuneration package including a wide range of benefits. Successful candidates will need to undertake background checks and also work fully onsite to take up this role.

Keywords: Software Engineering, AI / ML Applications, Desktop / Web, Data Engineering Support, Python, C++, C#, Onsite, Guildford

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Software Development Manager required for a manufacturer of life saving electronic solutions products. Part of a global group, this company offers rewarding careers, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities to grow in a supportive, energetic workplace. Hybrid working options (6 out of 10 days in the Rochester office).

Benefits include - Bonus, Pension, Life Assurance, Eye care, Employee assistance programme, cycle2work scheme.

We are seeking a Software Development Manager  with strong people management, process leadership, and delivery governance skills.

In this role, you will:

·     Lead and develop the software team through a period of process evolution.

·     Maintain our proven Waterfall framework while incorporating Agile-inspired practices for improved planning, reporting, and visibility.

·     Drive process improvements and maximise our use of Atlassian tools for work breakdown structures, progress tracking, and actionable reporting.

·     Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to enhance build, integration, testing, and deployment workflows — ensuring faster delivery of high-quality, compliant software.

·     Collaborate closely with the Project Management Office and other R&D managers to integrate software development into the wider product delivery process.

·     Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and open communication.

Who you’ll report to: Director of Research and Development Responsibilities

Project & Delivery Management

·     Plan and prioritise software projects in collaboration with the Project Management Office.

·     Allocate resources, manage risks, and set clear milestones and timelines.

·     Oversee delivery of new products, features, bug fixes, and maintenance.

·     Introduce Agile-inspired practices (Scrum, Kanban) within the Waterfall framework.

·     Ensure Jira boards, sprint reports, and dashboards are accurate, up to date, and central to project governance.

Quality & Compliance

·     Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with the Software Quality team.

·     Align software development with regulatory, quality, and cybersecurity standards.

·     Promote best practices in documentation and traceability from requirements through testing.

·     Collaborate with other R&D managers to improve development workflows.

Team Leadership

·     Build and develop a high-performing software team.

·     Set clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and ensure accountability.

·     Promote a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Process Improvement

·     Encourage retrospectives and turn lessons learned into actionable improvements.

·     Trial workflow, automation, and tool enhancements that benefit software and wider R&D.

·     Stay current with emerging practices in regulated software development and hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery models.

Stakeholder Communication

·     Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.

·     Facilitate planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives that deliver actionable outcomes.

·     Contribute to long-term product and technology roadmaps with structured, realistic delivery plans.

Qualifications·     Degree in Engineering (preferably with a Software focus) – desirable.Essential Experience 

·     Proven experience managing software development teams (10–15 engineers) delivering embedded (preferable), IoT, and cloud-enabled products.

·     Demonstrated success introducing process improvements and CI/CD pipelines that improved performance while maintaining compliance and timelines.

·     Experience leading cross-functional collaboration between software, hardware, and testing teams.

·     Background in adapting Agile methods (Scrum, Kanban) within Waterfall structures.

·     Practical experience using Atlassian tools (Jira, Bitbucket) for project tracking and reporting.

Knowledge/Skills 

Leadership & People Management

·     Strong track record as a people manager, including setting objectives, conducting reviews, and ensuring accountability.

·     Skilled in conflict resolution and building a collaborative team culture.

Process & Delivery

·     Expertise in SDLC management across both Waterfall and Agile-inspired practices.

·     Skilled in structuring Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for design traceability.

·     Capable of driving reporting, forecasting, and transparency using Jira dashboards and metrics.

Communication

·     Excellent communication skills, able to convey technical and project information clearly to diverse stakeholders.

·     Experienced in facilitating planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives.

·     Skilled at influencing change and promoting continuous improvement.

Quality & Compliance

·     Solid understanding of regulated software development practices (e.g., ISO9001, ISO27001, NIST).

·     Experience embedding secure development lifecycle practices and ensuring audit-readiness.

I'm looking for a Software Development Manager to join an award-winning software development business based in Leicester.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage software development and test teams for assigned products and projects
• Ensure adherence to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Intercede business processes
• Serve as Scrum Master to drive sprints, manage releases, and remove technical blockers
• Provide weekly progress updates, resource plans and risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Professional Services and Pre-Sales to align development efforts
• Maintain high performance standards through coaching, mentoring and structured performance reviews
• Act as an escalation point and be accountable for delivery, quality and performance
• Contribute to continuous improvement in team processes, tooling and practices
• Support career development and succession planning for team members

Required Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Software Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 5+ years in a software leadership or management role
• Proven experience leading software teams of 20+ developers/testers
• Strong software engineering background with an understanding of modern coding standards, patterns and tools
• Demonstrated success delivering complex software projects on time and within budget
• Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum, sprint planning, backlog grooming and release management
• Proficiency in risk management, resource allocation and stakeholder communication
• Knowledge of secure software development practices and the cyber security industry
• Understanding of ISO 9001/ISO 27001 quality standards

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience working in a security-focused software environment
• Familiarity with commercial aspects of software development such as cost management and change control
• Prior involvement in succession planning or team structure optimisation

The salary is 70,000 to 75,000 plus an excellent benefits package and is hybrid-working of 2x days per week in the office.

Software Development Manager required for a manufacturer of life saving electronic solutions products. Part of a global group, this company offers rewarding careers, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities to grow in a supportive, energetic workplace. Hybrid working options (6 out of 10 days in the Rochester office).

Benefits include - Bonus, Pension, Life Assurance, Eye care, Employee assistance programme, cycle2work scheme.

We are seeking a Software Development Manager  with strong people management, process leadership, and delivery governance skills.

In this role, you will:

·     Lead and develop the software team through a period of process evolution.

·     Maintain our proven Waterfall framework while incorporating Agile-inspired practices for improved planning, reporting, and visibility.

·     Drive process improvements and maximise our use of Atlassian tools for work breakdown structures, progress tracking, and actionable reporting.

·     Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to enhance build, integration, testing, and deployment workflows — ensuring faster delivery of high-quality, compliant software.

·     Collaborate closely with the Project Management Office and other R&D managers to integrate software development into the wider product delivery process.

·     Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and open communication.

Who you’ll report to: Director of Research and Development Responsibilities

Project & Delivery Management

·     Plan and prioritise software projects in collaboration with the Project Management Office.

·     Allocate resources, manage risks, and set clear milestones and timelines.

·     Oversee delivery of new products, features, bug fixes, and maintenance.

·     Introduce Agile-inspired practices (Scrum, Kanban) within the Waterfall framework.

·     Ensure Jira boards, sprint reports, and dashboards are accurate, up to date, and central to project governance.

Quality & Compliance

·     Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with the Software Quality team.

·     Align software development with regulatory, quality, and cybersecurity standards.

·     Promote best practices in documentation and traceability from requirements through testing.

·     Collaborate with other R&D managers to improve development workflows.

Team Leadership

·     Build and develop a high-performing software team.

·     Set clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and ensure accountability.

·     Promote a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Process Improvement

·     Encourage retrospectives and turn lessons learned into actionable improvements.

·     Trial workflow, automation, and tool enhancements that benefit software and wider R&D.

·     Stay current with emerging practices in regulated software development and hybrid Agile/Waterfall delivery models.

Stakeholder Communication

·     Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.

·     Facilitate planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives that deliver actionable outcomes.

·     Contribute to long-term product and technology roadmaps with structured, realistic delivery plans.

Qualifications·     Degree in Engineering (preferably with a Software focus) – desirable.Essential Experience 

·     Proven experience managing software development teams (10–15 engineers) delivering embedded (preferable), IoT, and cloud-enabled products.

·     Demonstrated success introducing process improvements and CI/CD pipelines that improved performance while maintaining compliance and timelines.

·     Experience leading cross-functional collaboration between software, hardware, and testing teams.

·     Background in adapting Agile methods (Scrum, Kanban) within Waterfall structures.

·     Practical experience using Atlassian tools (Jira, Bitbucket) for project tracking and reporting.

Knowledge/Skills 

Leadership & People Management

·     Strong track record as a people manager, including setting objectives, conducting reviews, and ensuring accountability.

·     Skilled in conflict resolution and building a collaborative team culture.

Process & Delivery

·     Expertise in SDLC management across both Waterfall and Agile-inspired practices.

·     Skilled in structuring Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for design traceability.

·     Capable of driving reporting, forecasting, and transparency using Jira dashboards and metrics.

Communication

·     Excellent communication skills, able to convey technical and project information clearly to diverse stakeholders.

·     Experienced in facilitating planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives.

·     Skilled at influencing change and promoting continuous improvement.

Quality & Compliance

·     Solid understanding of regulated software development practices (e.g., ISO9001, ISO27001, NIST).

·     Experience embedding secure development lifecycle practices and ensuring audit-readiness.

Outside IR35

Hybrid working West Midlands

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop software solutions to improve work processes, including data processing and administrative tasks using Python.
• Enhance the existing reporting database which utilises Confluence and integrate Confluence data into Python KPI tracking systems.
• Support the transition of existing processes to Microsoft SharePoint, PowerApps, and Dataverse, and integrate these into the current Python process automation environment.
• Proactively define requirements and make software proposals, iterating to reach optimal solutions.

Job Requirements:

• Good degree or equivalent qualification in Software, Computer Science, or Software Engineering discipline (e.g., 2:1 or higher).
• Experience and proficiency in Python, including referencing external data sources via APIs.
• Knowledge of Linux, Docker, Git (Bitbucket), PostgreSQL, and HTML/JavaScript.
• Familiarity with O365, including Microsoft SharePoint online and Microsoft Dataverse.
• Clear thinker with a proactive attitude and strong communication skills.
• Experience using software development and project management tools.
• Ability to exhibit good logical analysis of data and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates clear ownership of tasks, with capability to build relationships internally and externally.

Personal Attributes
* Good Degree or equivalent (e.g. 2:1 or higher in a Software, Computer Science or Software Engineering discipline).
* Clear thinker, good communicator and pro-active attitude. Good at logical analysis of data and problem solving.
* Experience using software development and project management tools
* Demonstrates clear ownership of tasks. Able to build relationships internally/externally.
* Required Software knowledge and experience:
- Python (including familiarisation with referencing external data sources via API's)
- Linux
- Docker
- Git (Bitbucket)
- PostgreSQL
- HTML/JavaScript
- O365 (including Microsoft SharePoint online and Microsoft Data verse)

If you are a Software Development Engineer with the necessary skills and experience looking to contribute to the automotive sector through innovative software solutions, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.

Based in newly refurbished offices in Guildford, this profitable software engineering company works with global corporations. Their software products allow users to develop sophisticated engineering models used within energy and renewables with future applications in banking and healthcare.

The software teams are highly educated (many with PhDs), and academic background is important in their technical recruitment approach.

Currently, they are looking to recruit a Software Development Engineer to join a nascent group to incorporate innovative AI / ML features into their software offerings. The focus is still on design, development and deployment of well-engineered scalable software solutions, the challenge is how to best utilise AI / ML into these software products.

Requirements:

- Strong academic background, minimally a Master’s in computer science, physics, engineering or similar, and ideally a PhD in a relevant subject area.- 

- Demonstrable experience developing desktop and web applications including production-grade software. This should include experience with software architecture and understanding how to support structured (SQL) and unstructured (RAG) data.

- Experience with Python and C++ / C# including how to integrate ML features.

The role does require relevant technical expertise, limited university / freelance projects are not sufficient.

On offer is an excellent remuneration package including a wide range of benefits. Successful candidates will need to undertake background checks and also work fully onsite to take up this role.

Keywords: Software Engineering, AI / ML Applications, Desktop / Web, Data Engineering Support, Python, C++, C#, Onsite, Guildford

Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts.    

Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call ecm or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV.

Please apply (quoting ref: CV27474 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.