Development Manager - .NET - Bournemouth / Poole (Hybrid)(Tech stack: .NET, C#, Azure, SQL Server, Vue, DevOps, Agile, AI Tools)Our client, a growing technology-led organisation, is seeking a Development Manager to take ownership of engineering delivery and lead a high-performing development team.This is a hybrid role (3 days in the office) where you will be responsible for end-to-end delivery, ensuring projects are planned effectively, executed reliably, and delivered in line with business objectives. You will work closely with product teams to align priorities, manage delivery roadmaps, and drive continuous improvement across engineering practices.Key Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers. Take full ownership of delivery planning, forecasting, and execution. Manage sprint cycles, resource allocation, and delivery timelines. Ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across multiple workstreams. Define and maintain engineering standards and best practices. Drive improvements in delivery performance, predictability, and quality. Promote the use of modern tooling, including AI-assisted development. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage external development partners where required. Skills and Experience: Proven experience leading delivery-focused engineering teams. Strong background in Agile/Scrum delivery environments. Technical understanding of .NET, Azure, and modern web technologies. Experience owning delivery roadmaps and managing compet