Web Development Manager | Hybrid, Poole | Competitive Salary
A globally recognised technology distributor powering innovation across industries is seeking a Web Development Manager to lead the evolution of its enterprise-level ecommerce platforms.
Operating at scale and serving over a million customers worldwide, this organisation’s Internet Business/Ecommerce division sits at the centre of its digital growth strategy. The web platform is mission-critical, driving global revenue and customer experience across multiple markets. This is a senior leadership role combining technical direction, people management, and large-scale delivery within a modern cloud-first environment. As Web Development Manager, you’ll lead a team of software developers responsible for building and enhancing high-performance web applications. Working closely with Application Architecture and senior stakeholders, you’ll shape the technical roadmap, ensure delivery excellence, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This role balances strategic oversight with hands-on technical leadership.
What’s on offer
*Flexible working (37.5hr working week)
*25 days + BH increasing with years’ service
*Enhanced pension
*Enhanced sick pay
*Death in Service
*Family friendly policies
*Cycle to work scheme
*Health cash plan
*Free parking
*Employee recognition program
Key responsibilities
*Lead the development and deployment of new and existing web applications
*Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing software development team
*Collaborate with Architecture teams on solution design and technical strategy
*Ensure projects align with business goals, timelines, and quality standards
*Evaluate existing systems and drive modernisation and optimisation initiatives
*Research and recommend emerging technologies, tools, and services
*Establish team processes, policies, and engineering best practices
*Communicate progress, risks, and delivery updates to senior leadership
*Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management
*Stay current with industry trends and evolving technologies
Experience required
*Proven experience leading and developing software engineering teams
*Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure and cloud-based environments
*Extensive background in Information Technology (10+ years preferred)
*Experience within ecommerce or high-transaction digital platforms
*Knowledge of modern frameworks such as React
*Experience with API-first, microservices, or software modernisation initiatives
*Strong organisational and multi-project management capabilities
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*High professional standards with integrity and discretion
If you’re a strategic technology leader who thrives in complex, high-scale digital environments and wants real ownership and influence, this is an opportunity to make meaningful global impact. Please call Ellie at Rubicon for more information.