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Software Development Manager - Data&Automation

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for technology? Join our client as the Manager of Network Automation, where you will steer a skilled group of specialists in developing innovative solutions to optimize their network for millions of users across the Netherlands. Your role will encompass overseeing daily operations while also shaping future growth and capabilities.

We're looking for someone with an IT development leadership and mentoring background who is eager to learn, and possesses a knack for fostering collaboration and creativity within diverse teams. If you are excited by AI-driven processes and are committed to transforming communication through cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you. You'll not only contribute to our strategic direction but also coach and empower your teammates to achieve their full potential in a dynamic, technologically complex landscape. Join us for a rewarding journey-where growth and continuous learning are at the forefront!

The team is dedicated to realizing a smart, automated network, where collaboration with various stakeholders is crucial.

This is what you will do:

• Lead the strategy, development, and operation of network automation;
• Manage and coach a team of 10+ professionals, focusing on both technical and personal development;
• Monitor market developments and translate innovations into a forward-looking strategy;
• Manage the application landscape and oversee the phasing out of legacy applications;
• Create a uniform development standard based on modern technologies, such as C#/.NET.

• A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant technical field;
• At least 5 years of experience in leading and mentoring development/IT teams.
• Technical knowledge of network architecture, automation, IP networks, infrastructure and hosting environments, CI/CD pipelines, AI technologies, DevOps, Agile/Scrum, and ITIL processes, software engineering principles and tooling;
• Excellent communication skills - able to switch from technical teams to executive level;
• Experience with cloud-native applications and microservices architectures;
• Affinity for AI-driven automation and digital operations platforms.

• Good salary (up to €96,000 gross per year) and variable bonus scheme;
• Hybrid working (3 times per week from the office);
• Good pension scheme;
• 30 vacation days (for full-time employment);
• Extra day off after Ascension;
• Exchangeable public holidays;
• Many growth and learning opportunities;
• Personal annual learning budget;
• Over 200 digital trainings and courses.

What happens next? Within four working days, we will let you know if you qualify for the position. We will schedule an introductory meeting, either digitally or in person. In this meeting, we will inform you as comprehensively as possible about the vacancy, the company, and the next steps in the process. In consultation with you, we will introduce you to our client and will continue to support you throughout the application process.

The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruiters. Each recruiter has a very strong focus on their own field of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both the candidate and the client.