Software Engineering Manager in SO16, Chilworth, Hampshire

Software Engineering Manager
Location: Southampton (Hybrid)
Salary: £100,000 – £115,000 + 20% Bonus + Equity + Benefits
Type: Permanent
About the Role
We 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)
This 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